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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which character arrives to the final scene late, searching for Lymon to go to the movies?
(a) Mama Ola.
(b) Grace.
(c) Maretha.
(d) Dolly.

2. What statement does Boy Willie make about death?
(a) That he hopes to die young.
(b) That the idea of death terrifies him.
(c) That he is not afraid of death.
(d) That death is inevitable for everyone.

3. Who tells Lymon that he'll eventually get what he wants from women as long as he keeps hoping?
(a) Berniece.
(b) Doaker.
(c) Maretha.
(d) Boy Willie.

4. After his meeting with the landlord, what has Avery come to ask Berniece?
(a) To be his church pianist.
(b) To marry him.
(c) To teach the Sunday school.
(d) For a loan.

5. Lymon compliments Berniece on what article of clothing?
(a) Her Sunday dress.
(b) Her new shoes.
(c) Her nightgown.
(d) Her work uniform.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Boy Willie states that he can hear his heart beating, how does he claim it beats?

2. Which character begins to play the piano, calling out to the family's ancestors to save the situation?

3. What is Berniece preparing when Avery comes for a surprise visit?

4. What color are the trains at the railway before its name is changed?

5. In what room does Boy Willie convince the young woman to start kissing him?

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