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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Page 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The narrator describes Delia as giving "a little scream of" (2) what when Sykes steps upon her laundry?
(a) Surprise.
(b) Rage.
(c) Outrage.
(d) Dismay.

2. Who lets a bullwhip fall onto Delia's shoulders in order to scare her?
(a) Sykes.
(b) Joe.
(c) Dave.
(d) Bertha.

3. Where does Sykes say that he will kick the clothes the next time she brings them home?
(a) Down the street.
(b) Under a passing carriage.
(c) Outdoors.
(d) Into the lake.

4. What object does Delia credit with paying for the house she and Sykes live in?
(a) Her horse.
(b) Her mother's diamond ring.
(c) Her blood.
(d) Her sweat.

5. Against what object does Sykes strike his match?
(a) The fireplace mantel.
(b) The matchbox.
(c) His corduroy breeches.
(d) The sole of his boot.

Short Answer Questions

1. For how long has Delia been married to Sykes?

2. When Sykes calls Delia a hypocrite, what sin does he accuse her of committing to warrant this label?

3. What does Delia tell Sykes will one day kill her?

4. When Sykes laughs at Delia for being scared of the bullwhip, what physical movement does he make?

5. On what night of the week does Delia stay up late in order to get a head start on her work?

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