1. What terrible event did Lutie witness on Christmas Day at the Chandlers'?
(a) She witnessed Mrs. Chandler slap Mr. Chandler in the face.
(b) She watched Mr. Chandler fly into a drunken rage.
(c) She watched as the Chandler's son threw a temper tantrum over his Christmas gifts.
(d) She witnessed Mr. Chandler's brother shoot himself beside the Christmas tree while everyone was in the room.

2. What type of peace offering does Lutie offer Bub after slapping him?
(a) Lutie makes Bub a big dinner.
(b) Lutie scrapes together the money for him to go to a movie and sends him on his way.
(c) Lutie promises to buy Bub a new pair of shoes.
(d) Lutie allows Bub to stay up past his bedtime.

3. While in Connecticut, what valuable lesson does Lutie learn?
(a) "...anybody could be rich if he wanted to and worked hard enough and figured it out carefully enough."
(b) "...Being rich is simple. It does not require much work at all."
(c) "...Not everyone can be rich. It requires a lot of hard work."
(d) "...Black people will never be rich since it requires too much hard work and planning."

4. What effect does Lutie have on Jones?
(a) She makes him more aware of his lonliness.
(b) She makes him realize he doesn't love Min.
(c) She makes him long for home.
(d) She makes him see the importance of having a wife.

5. Why does Lutie allow Boots to stalk her like mere prey when she's completely aware of his intentions?
(a) She plans to rob Boots and is waiting for the perfect opportunity.
(b) She is still distraught over the failure of her marriage and hopes Boots can fill that void.
(c) She has dreams of being a singer and moving into a nicer home; she believes Boots may be a bridge to this lifestyle.
(d) She likes Boots and hopes she will be able to convince him to love her.