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

2. What good news does Gerry have for Ruth in Part I?
(a) His loan was approved.
(b) He got promoted.
(c) His book is being published.
(d) He is going to buy a house.

3. What does Mary do to make money?
(a) Take in boarders.
(b) Cook at a restaurant.
(c) Clean houses.
(d) Work as a nurse.

4. What does Chloe's family know her for?
(a) Her inability to remember things.
(b) Her optimism.
(c) Her temper.
(d) Her dark moods.

5. What does Ruth begin to feel for the first time about her choice to leave singing in the end of Part II?
(a) Nothing.
(b) Doubt.
(c) Happiness.
(d) Anger.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Chloe realize Ruth feels at the advent of her pregnancy?

2. What did Vivian's mother say to her when she used to sing herself?

3. Who performs during Vivian's meeting with Mr. Franklin?

4. What drink does Chloe frequently drink?

5. What does Vivian conclude that Ellis would think about their family if he were still alive?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. What does Ruth realize in Part I that will change her future forever?

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

4. What blow does Vivian suffer as a fairly young adult?

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

6. How does Vivian treat Freddy?

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

8. Who is Vivian very excited about meeting in Part I and why?

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

10. What is Esther known for in her own family?

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