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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 is Tiger's demeanor during Granny's funeral?
(a) She does not attend.
(b) She does not cry.
(c) She can't stop sobbing.
(d) She faints.

2. Who does Dorie Kay ask to take care of writing checks to pay the family's bills?
(a) Rev. Wilson.
(b) Brother Dave.
(c) Mrs. Thompson.
(d) Dr. Randall.

3. Who calls to offer Tiger a job?
(a) Mr. Thompson.
(b) Rev. Wilson.
(c) Mrs. Greenaway.
(d) Mr. Palmer.

4. What is Corrina doing when Tiger and Lonnie leave for work?
(a) Picking beans in the garden.
(b) Watching TV.
(c) Taking a bubble bath.
(d) Washing dishes.

5. What does Aunt Dorie Kay ask Tiger to do?
(a) Take care of her parents.
(b) Go away to boarding school.
(c) Live with her in Baton Rouge.
(d) Quit her job at the nursery.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do people bring to the house after the funeral?

2. Who does Aunt Dorie Kay ask to check in on Corrina when Lonnie is at work?

3. Corrina has not showered for __________________.

4. Which of the following does Aunt Dorie Kay NOT represent to Tiger?

5. Why does Tiger wash Corrina's hair when she gets home?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the allure for Tiger of moving to Baton Rouge to be with Aunt Dorie Kay?

2. What are Tiger's mixed feelings about going to Baton Rouge with Aunt Dorie Kay?

3. What advice does Magnolia give to Tiger regarding Tiger's family?

4. How does Tiger demonstrate strength of character regarding Abby Lynn's opinions of her?

5. Why is Shorty so angry when Mrs. Thompson takes Lonnie's advice over his?

6. What is Corrina's state of mind after Granny's death and what arrangements does Aunt Dorie Kay make for some immediate care?

7. What does Tiger note regarding her grief for Granny and the hurt that Aunt Dorie Kay feels about her strained relationship with Granny?

8. What changes has Aunt Dorie Kay made in her life to escape her past and what changes does she suggest for Tiger?

9. How does the author show that Tiger craves a sophisticated lifestyle but still has a lot to learn about living in the city?

10. How does the author show that Tiger is becoming more emotionally discerning?

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