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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following objects does Stump bring with him when he goes to see Mr. Pinto's body?
(a) A knife.
(b) A bouquet of flowers.
(c) A Bible.
(d) A camera.

2. What does Idgie use to break all the windows in her bedroom on the day Ruth leaves town?
(a) A shoe.
(b) A rock.
(c) A sledgehammer.
(d) A trophy.

3. What part of a man's face is accidentally blown off when he bites down onto a blasting cap?
(a) His ears.
(b) His lips.
(c) His nose.
(d) His eyebrows.

4. Which of the following games is Pig Iron famous for playing?
(a) Poker.
(b) Horseshoes.
(c) Chess.
(d) Billiards.

5. At what time of day is Mr. Pinto's body moved through Whistle Stop?
(a) In the evening.
(b) In the afternoon.
(c) In the early morning.
(d) At midnight.

6. For which holiday would Idgie and her family wear paper crowns?
(a) Christmas.
(b) Halloween.
(c) Thanksgiving.
(d) Fourth of July.

7. Which of the following statements is true about Frank Bennett.
(a) He is bald.
(b) He has a glass eye.
(c) He has a wooden leg.
(d) He is missing three fingers on his left hand.

8. Which of the following adjectives best describes Vest Adcock?
(a) Timid.
(b) Loose.
(c) Selfish.
(d) Loud-mouthed

9. Which of the following items is the subject of Stump's science project, which he wins first prize for?
(a) Lima beans.
(b) Sunflowers.
(c) Rat races.
(d) Shrunken heads.

10. What does Idgie Threadgoode claim to have found inside a hen's egg?
(a) An engagement ring.
(b) A gold coin.
(c) A ten dollar bill.
(d) A ruby necklace.

11. How old was Bessie Vick when she died?
(a) 68.
(b) 78.
(c) 98.
(d) 88.

12. How does Ruth recognize Frank even though he wears KKK robes?
(a) By the shape of his head.
(b) By his broad shoulders.
(c) By his shoes.
(d) She does not recognize Frank in his robes.

13. Who is the only person that knows where Idgie is hiding when she leaves town?
(a) Ninny.
(b) Evelyn.
(c) Big George.
(d) Sipsey.

14. Which part of Buddy Jr.'s body is severed off when he is hit by the train?
(a) His fingertips.
(b) His arms.
(c) His legs.
(d) His nose.

15. What is the name of the elephant Ruth and Idgie take the children to see in Avondale Park?
(a) Miss Fancy.
(b) Prince Tusks.
(c) Mister BoJangles.
(d) Princess Jewel.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who gives Buddy Jr. the nickname "Stump"?

2. In what decade does Idgie Threadgoode open the Whistle Stop Cafe?

3. What is the name of the theater in Whistle Stop where live bands play?

4. Which of the following words completes the headline to the famous article Dot wrote in her newspaper: "Ownership of ______________ questioned."

5. Which of the following foods does Evelyn consider her "comfort food"?

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