1. As she exists the train on her way to the butcher shop, how does Lutie account for many of her problems?
(a) Lutie feels like the majority of her problems have to do with Bub.
(b) Lutie feels like her problems are only temporary.
(c) Lutie blames most of her problems on her husband.
(d) Lutie feels like all of her problems would fade if she had more money.

2. How does Min feel about Mrs. Hedges?
(a) Min likes Mrs. Hedges.
(b) Min thinks Mrs. Hedges is a nosy busybody.
(c) Min thinks Mrs. Hedges is a dangerous companion.
(d) Min thinks Mrs. Hedges is a smart business woman.

3. How might the relationship between Mrs. Chandler and Lutie be described?
(a) Mrs. Chandler's behavior did not differ privately or publicly.
(b) Mrs. Chandler seemed to be Lutie's friend in private, but then publicly dismissed her to establish Lutie's status as the hired help.
(c) Mrs. Chandler ignored Lutie in private and paid special attention to her in public.
(d) Mrs. Chandler behaved angrily in private and pretended to be nice to Lutie in public.

4. Which best illustrates how Lutie shared the news about her new job at the Chandlers' with Jim?
(a) She showed Jim the letter but did not share her joy.
(b) She showed Jim the letter and jumped into his arms with excitement.
(c) She read Jim the letter in a monotone voice, sure not to express her joy.
(d) She expressed the contents of the letter with Jim and explained how happy she was.

5. What does Lutie ask of Mrs. Pizzini?
(a) Lutie asks Mrs. Pizzini to write her a letter of reference since she has no work experience.
(b) Lutie asks Mrs. Pizzini for marital advice.
(c) Lutie asks Mrs. Pizzini for a ride to the Chandlers'.
(d) Lutie asks Mrs. Pizzini for a job at her vegetable market.