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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. Why does Perry come to Francie's house and bang on the door insistently?
(a) His brother has been shot.
(b) His mother won't wake up.
(c) His mother is in labor.
(d) His father has been arrested.

2. At whose home does Francie work?
(a) Mrs. Voiles'.
(b) Mrs. Beaulieu's.
(c) Mrs. Champ's.
(d) Mrs. Montgomery's.

3. What sound does Francie hear as she sits under a tree reading her book?
(a) A scream.
(b) A train whistle.
(c) A banjo.
(d) A gunshot.

4. What does Francie's mother warn Francie about regarding white people?
(a) Don't trust them.
(b) Don't walk in front of them.
(c) Don't listen to their conversations.
(d) Don't speak to them.

5. For what reason does Francie receive an award on Commencement Day?
(a) Artistic talent.
(b) Musical excellence.
(c) Academic achievement.
(d) Perfect attendance.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Francie have to go to Clarissa Montgomery's house?

2. What is Francie's mother doing in town when Francie sees her?

3. What does Mrs. Montgomery's niece notice about Francie?

4. What does Daddy say in his letter that arrives?

5. Vell is usually referred to as being ___________________.

Short Essay Questions

1. What are some of the elements in Francie's world that are causing her so much angst lately?

2. Who are Augustine and Mae Butler? Why do they not like Francie?

3. How is Francie treated at Diller's Drugs and what does Mr. Diller accuse her of?

4. What words of caution does Francie's mother give her about Clarissa?

5. How does the author use foreshadowing regarding Jesse's hiding in the woods?

6. What do trains represent for Francie?

7. Why is Francie so intent on teaching Jesse to read?

8. What is Francie's reasoning for embarrassing Holly in front of her guests?

9. How does Clarissa Montgomery show kindness toward Francie when Francie is baking at her home?

10. How has Alberta disguised herself from her traveling companions?

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