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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Act One, Scene 2, where does Ernestine say Aunt Lily has been?
(a) Albany.
(b) Harlem.
(c) Pensacola.
(d) Brooklyn.

2. Why does Godfrey exit in Act One, Scene 2?
(a) To get Lily’s bags.
(b) He is angry.
(c) To get the door.
(d) He has to go to the bathroom.

3. What is Lily’s political affiliation?
(a) The Green Party.
(b) The Democratic Party.
(c) The Republican Party.
(d) The Communist Party.

4. Where does Ernestine say Godfrey works?
(a) A bakery.
(b) A factory.
(c) A mechanic's.
(d) A restaurant.

5. What does Ernestine bring Lily to eat upon Lily's arrival in Act One?
(a) Cabbage.
(b) A sandwich.
(c) Lemon tarts.
(d) Mutton with mint.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Ernestine doing at the beginning of Act One, Scene 3?

2. Why does Ernestine say everything is perfect in the movies?

3. Why does Godfrey tell Ermina to turn off the radio?

4. What is Father Divine’s nickname for Ermina?

5. What does Father Divine say is a “creation of the ignorant to punish those who are in touch with God” (12)?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Lily accuse Godfrey of jealousy?

2. Why is Godfrey experiencing problems at work?

3. What does Lily say is different about Brooklyn?

4. Why does Godfrey pass the letter from Father Divine to Ernestine?

5. Why does Lily say she likes to dress well?

6. Why do Ernestine and Godfrey say they are not going out?

7. How does Ernestine imagine her apology to the school?

8. What are Sundays like in the Crump household?

9. How does Lily describe white women’s physical appearance?

10. What is Godfrey and Lily’s conflict about drinking?

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