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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. 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 that his hand is shaking terribly.
(c) She recognizes his many gray hairs.
(d) She recognizes that he has charged her too little.

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

3. How does The Casino appear when empty?
(a) Well-lit.
(b) Dreary.
(c) Dirty.
(d) Welcoming.

4. Which statement does the author use to describe the Chandlers' view of Lutie?
(a) A "wench with no morals who would be easy to come by."
(b) A "mistake if we ever made one."
(c) A "hard working black woman who adds warmth to our household."
(d) A "fool of a girl, working so hard when her husband ought to be the one doing the work."

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

6. How did Mrs. Chandler recognize Lutie in the train station?
(a) Lutie wore a name tag.
(b) Lutie was the only colored person in sight.
(c) Lutie had described her appearance to Mrs. Chandler over the telephone.
(d) Lutie waved frantically at Mrs. Chandler.

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

8. What is Lutie's reaction to Boots' apparent attempts to charm her for a second time?
(a) She blushes.
(b) She tells him to get lost.
(c) She expresses a need to be remarried.
(d) She doesn't reveal whether or not she's interested.

9. How do the elderly women in the neighborhood feel about The Junto?
(a) They're indifferent to it.
(b) They think it is an important part of the community.
(c) They love it.
(d) They hate it.

10. How do the orchestra members react to Lutie when Boots introduces her?
(a) As if she were the most beautiful woman they'd ever seen.
(b) As if they were eager to get to know her.
(c) As if she were interrupting something.
(d) As if she were just another girl Boots had picked up.

11. 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 read Jim the letter in a monotone voice, sure not to express her joy.
(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.

12. What does Lutie fantasize about while standing outside the super's apartment?
(a) Lutie fantasizes about the appearance of the superintendent--she imagines him being extremely tall and gruesome looking.
(b) Lutie fantasizes about running out of the apartment building and finding a better place to live.
(c) Lutie fantasizes about cots in the hallway to accommodate more renters and about the woman in the window being a snake charmer.
(d) Lutie fantasizes about Bub getting into trouble inside the apartment building.

13. How does Min's preacher dismiss her concerns?
(a) He tells her that her concerns are small and unimportant.
(b) He says, "We all got our troubles, Sister. We all got our troubles."
(c) He says, "Pass me the potatoes" while she is speaking.
(d) He laughs at her.

14. How does Jones believe getting closer to Bub will serve his interests?
(a) He thinks Bub can help him cheat on Min without being caught.
(b) He believes Bub will make it easier to get a job in the school system.
(c) He believes if he gets close to the boy, it will be easier to get close to Lutie.
(d) He thinks Bub can help him around the building for free.

15. What's wrong with Min's feet?
(a) Min has terrible bunions.
(b) Min's feet are too small for her body.
(c) Min is pigeon-toed.
(d) Min's feet have a terrible odor.

Short Answer Questions

1. What proposition does Mrs. Hedges offer Lutie that causes Lutie to think, "If you live on this damn street you're supposed to want to earn a little extra money sleeping around nights"?

2. Where do Lutie and Bub currently live?

3. How does Min feel about Mrs. Hedges?

4. Which statement best describes Jones's emotions?

5. Which best describes Lutie's fears about Bub's and Lil's relationship?

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