1. Which literary element does the author use to give the wind its power?
(a) Alliteration.
(b) Symbolism.
(c) Personification.
(d) Foreshadowing.

2. After leaving the butcher shop, what does Lutie notice about the men who are watching the women carry their marketing bags?
(a) The men seem carefree as they watch the women who have returned from work and still have responsibilities in their own homes.
(b) The men seem unimpressed by the women's strength.
(c) The men seem concerned about unemployment.
(d) The men seem eager to help the women with their burdens.

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

4. What does Lutie notice about the super as he writes out her receipt?
(a) She recognizes that he struggles with writing it.
(b) She recognizes his many gray hairs.
(c) She recognizes that he has charged her too little.
(d) She recognizes that his hand is shaking terribly.

5. What does Lutie notice about Jones' apartment?
(a) Lutie notes how the super's apartment seems to have no personal touches that would make it feel like a home.
(b) Lutie notes how dirty and unkempt the super's apartment is.
(c) Lutie notes how colorfully the super's apartment is decorated.
(d) Lutie notes how the super's apartment is too chilly.