2. After returning home from her drive with Boots, what does Lutie discover in her closet?
(a) That her shoes have been scattered about.
(b) That Bub has hung some of his clothes there.
(c) That her blouse has been crushed and hung in a different spot.
(d) That she has nothing clean to wear.

3. Why does Lutie allow Boots to stalk her like mere prey when she's completely aware of his intentions?
(a) She is still distraught over the failure of her marriage and hopes Boots can fill that void.
(b) She likes Boots and hopes she will be able to convince him to love her.
(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 plans to rob Boots and is waiting for the perfect opportunity.

4. Why does Min's visit to David go so well?
(a) She is able to rest her feet.
(b) She has never had anyone to really listen to her and David does this.
(c) She thinks David is very handsome and asks him on a date.
(d) She enjoys the smell of the root doctor's dwellings.

5. 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"?
(a) Mrs. Hedges offers to keep Bub for Lutie until Lutie gets off of work.
(b) Mrs. Hedges offers to allow Bub to shine shoes in her apartment.
(c) Mrs. Hedges tells Lutie that she knows of a rich family looking for a maid's help.
(d) Mrs. Hedges tells Lutie that she knows of a white man who "would like her services".

6. Where is Boots' band scheduled to perform?
(a) The Junto.
(b) The Hilton.
(c) The library.
(d) The Casino.

7. How did Mrs. Hedges once embarrass Jones?
(a) By announcing that he could talk to her through the window rather than coming inside her apartment.
(b) By calling him unattractive.
(c) By pointing out the lowly nature of his job.
(d) By telling the neighborhood a private detail about him.

8. Why does everyone stop to hear Lutie sing along with the jukebox?
(a) Her voice relays a message that the lyrics are unable to convey.
(b) She sounds terrible.
(c) She invites them over with her warm presence.
(d) She's singing their favorite song.

9. After returning from her visit with David, what does Min do differently at home?
(a) She refuses to cook.
(b) She tosses things about in the bedroom.
(c) She ignores Jones's requests for dinner.
(d) She slams the door rather than closing it quietly.

10. 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.

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

12. What does the author reveal about Min in chapter 5 that was previously unknown?
(a) Min may behave timidly, but she is aware of what is going on with Jones.
(b) Min wants to marry Jones.
(c) Min has been working in Mrs. Hedges's house of ill repute.
(d) Min hates Jones.

13. What did the black community do after the stabbing incident?
(a) They held a memorial service in his honor.
(b) They contacted the local newspapers to voice their concerns.
(c) They looted and vandalized the bakery the dead man had stolen bread from in retaliation of the white owner who stabbed the man.
(d) They did nothing, as they knew no action would be taken seriously.

14. How does Min feel about Mrs. Hedges?
(a) Min thinks Mrs. Hedges is a dangerous companion.
(b) Min thinks Mrs. Hedges is a nosy busybody.
(c) Min thinks Mrs. Hedges is a smart business woman.
(d) Min likes Mrs. Hedges.

15. Which best describes Lutie's fears about Bub's and Lil's relationship?
(a) Lutie fears Bub will develop a taste for the cigarettes and gin Lil gives him.
(b) Lutie fears Bub will fall in love with Lil.
(c) Lutie fears that Bub will cause her father and Lil to break up.
(d) Lutie fears Bub will not learn to smoke cigarettes properly.