1. 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 behaved angrily in private and pretended to be nice to Lutie in public.
(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 ignored Lutie in private and paid special attention to her in public.

2. Lutie becomes furious when she sees Bub doing what?
(a) Holding a shoe shining kit.
(b) Smoking cigarettes with Jones.
(c) Fighing in the street.
(d) Playing with the neighborhood boys.

3. Why is Lutie so adamant about moving?
(a) Lutie wants to get Bub away from Lil who drinks and smokes.
(b) She hates her neighborhood.
(c) Lutie has just received a raise and wants a bigger place.
(d) Bub has been accepted to a new school.

4. What saves Lutie from Boots' first exhibition of his sexual intentions?
(a) A stranger walks up to the car and asks for a ride.
(b) She begins crying frantically.
(c) She jumps out of the car screaming.
(d) She points out the time which reminds Boots he has someplace to be.

5. Which describes the sequence of events that occurred after Lutie's father moved in with her family?
(a) His drinking and partying led to the state taking away the children.
(b) His presence inspired Jim to try harder to find a decent-paying job.
(c) His glum attitude caused Lutie to find work outside of the house.
(d) His girlfriend began to stay the night and the landlord threatened the family with eviction.