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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through There Was a Queen.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the author describe as lidless at the end of 'Dry September'?
(a) Stars.
(b) Justice.
(c) The moon.
(d) Trees.

2. What is the accused rapist's occupation in 'Dry September'?
(a) Night watchman.
(b) Operator.
(c) Sorter.
(d) Relegator.

3. What does Narcissa do to get her letters back?
(a) Gives herself to an agent.
(b) Pays a great deal of money.
(c) Gives some bad information about Virginia.
(d) Trades in her son.

4. Where does Narcissa say she is going for 3 days?
(a) Washington.
(b) Nashville.
(c) Memphis.
(d) Jefferson.

5. What kind of man claims to own Mississippi in 'Lo'?
(a) French-Indian.
(b) Brittish.
(c) Mexican.
(d) African American.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does a white man build along the Mississippi River in 'Lo'?

2. Where is the supposed rape of Minne Cooper discussed?

3. What kind of hats do the servants in 'Lo' wear?

4. Why do the men in town think the rape of Minne Cooper should be avenged?

5. What gift do the servants in 'Lo' bring to the president?

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