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

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

3. Why does Min think Jones kicked her in her bottom?
(a) Jones is an evil man.
(b) Jones doesn't like the way Min looks as compared to Lutie.
(c) Jones thinks Min is stupid and can't get anything right.
(d) Jones is angry about his job.

4. Where do Lutie and Bub currently live?
(a) With Min and Jones.
(b) In an apartment by themselves.
(c) With Lutie's father and his girlfriend, Lil.
(d) In Lutie's employer's basement.

5. How does Mrs. Hedges respond to Min's attempt to leave her some money?
(a) Mrs. Hedges tells Min to donate the money to charity.
(b) Mrs. Hedges gladly takes the money.
(c) Mrs. Hedges outright refuses the money.
(d) Mrs. Hedges reluctanctly refuses the money.