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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. What caused Popeye's nickname?
(a) Her mother started it.
(b) A bad experience at school.
(c) Her job.
(d) A childhood prank.

2. Why does Popeye show up at Carnelle's house in Act 1, Scene 1?
(a) To take measurements.
(b) To take photos.
(c) To have dinner.
(d) To meet her family.

3. What is the name of Elain's husband?
(a) Michael.
(b) Frederick.
(c) Nathan.
(d) Franklin.

4. Who did Carnelle's aunt leave her house to when she died?
(a) Elain.
(b) Her church.
(c) Delmount.
(d) Carnelle.

5. Which of the following is a theme in the play's second act?
(a) Self-identity.
(b) Self-injury.
(c) Loss of a family member.
(d) Failure.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following words best describes Popeye's appearance?

2. Who tells Elain that Popeye loves Delmount?

3. Who calls for Elain in Act 1, Scene 2?

4. What is Carnelle's last name?

5. Which character retires to bed with a headache?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Carnelle's fortune reverse in the play's second scene?

2. What does Delmount think about his sister, Elain?

3. Who is Mac Sam and why is he significant to the story?

4. How does Delmount protect Carnelle's honor?

5. Describe the situation with Elain and her family.

6. Why does Carnelle lose the pageant?

7. What routine does Carnelle plan to perform in the beauty contest? Be descriptive.

8. Why does Elain bring Carnelle a Mardi Gras mask?

9. Why is Delmount in a good mood when he arrives at the pageant?

10. What causes Popeye to become distraught in the play's second scene?

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