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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The fact that Almeda is an independent spirit and does not fit into 1800s society but would be applauded in the 1990s is called ______________.
(a) Analogy.
(b) Symbolism.
(c) Alliteration.
(d) Irony.

2. How does the author show Almeda's naivete about the life of the lower class people in town?
(a) She always gives to charities.
(b) She never goes outside or talks to anyone.
(c) She thinks the swamp is beautiful.
(d) She does not give to charities.

3. What is unique about Queen Aggie?
(a) She is always drunk.
(b) She can put her legs behind her head.
(c) She has a white streak on the front of her hair.
(d) She can speak ten languages.

4. What was the nature of Almeda's father's business?
(a) Harnesses.
(b) Law.
(c) Medicine.
(d) Dry goods.

5. Section 2 explains the _________________ in the town.
(a) Politicians.
(b) Culture.
(c) Schools.
(d) Class distinction.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Almeda's social status in town?

2. Which of the following does not describe the picture of Almeda in the book?

3. What format is MENESETEUNG?

4. What is the name of the local newspaper in town?

5. How did Almeda's mother die?

(see the answer key)

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