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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 30 | Chapter 31 | Chapter 32 | Chapter 33.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How do most hobos find out about the Whistle Stop Cafe?
(a) Through graffiti in boxcars.
(b) Hobos are not allowed in Whistle Stop.
(c) Idgie picks them out of the soup line.
(d) Through word-of-mouth advertising.

2. Who starts the Whistle Stop Pig's Club?
(a) Bertha.
(b) Ruth.
(c) Idgie.
(d) Evelyn.

3. Which of the following train cars was Ninny's favorite as a child?
(a) The dining car.
(b) The caboose.
(c) The driver's car.
(d) The sleeping car.

4. Which of the following bills are particularly high for residents in Whistle Stop during the early 1930's?
(a) Water bills.
(b) Rent.
(c) Electricity bills.
(d) Heating bills.

5. What is the name of Dot's newspaper?
(a) Dot's Divine Discussion.
(b) The Weems Weekly.
(c) Weems World for Women.
(d) Dot Daily.

Short Answer Questions

1. What type of musical instrument does Essie Limeway sell?

2. Which of the following famous Bible stories does Bertha focus on at her weekly Bible study?

3. What type of business did Ninny's father own when Ninny was a child?

4. What is Mr. Limeway's nickname?

5. Which of the following statements is NOT a piece of advice Ninny gives to Evelyn while she is depressed?

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