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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 does Vivian conclude that Ellis would think about their family if he were still alive?
(a) They were closer than ever.
(b) They were in big trouble.
(c) They had not reached their destination, but they were closer.
(d) They had finally succeeded and could rest now.

2. How does the announcer introduce the performer at the Champagne Supper Club during Vivian's meeting with Mr. Franklin?
(a) Victoria.
(b) The Queen.
(c) Lady Night.
(d) Lady Day.

3. What does Vivian tell the Preacher she does not know what to do with now?
(a) Her joy.
(b) Her hope.
(c) Her anger.
(d) Her fears.

4. What does Esther think half of stardom is?
(a) Being beautiful.
(b) Having enough money.
(c) Talking back to your manager.
(d) Believing it is yours.

5. What news does Vivian hear for the first time about Fillmore from the officer?
(a) It is set for redevelopment.
(b) It is going to be flooded soon.
(c) It is going to be the site of a new musical venue soon.
(d) It is in the president's sights for a new White House.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Chloe's best friend?

2. What does Vivian serve for dinner to the Preacher, Horace, and others in Part I?

3. What does Chloe's family know her for?

4. What does Horace say he has heard about the future of the Fillmore neighborhood?

5. Who is Vivian's husband?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the name of the girls' singing group and what does the name signify?

2. Who is meant to be the primary star of The Salvations and why?

3. Why does Chloe worry about her friend Tony?

4. Why is Esther so angry at Ruth?

5. Where does Ruth really go when she tells her mother she is meeting her study group?

6. Who sings during Vivian's meeting with Mr. Franklin and what does Mr. Franklin say about this singer?

7. Who does Vivian confide in about her consternation over Ruth's choices, and why?

8. What does Chloe feel for the white man, James, she meets with Tony?

9. What do people call Esther at Horace's bookshop and why?

10. What dream has Vivian had for many years for her daughters?

(see the answer keys)

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