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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 2-3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Walter say he sees Sykes do every time he passes a woman?
(a) Laugh.
(b) Stare.
(c) Imagine.
(d) Grin.

2. The bullwhip is described by the narrator as long, round, limp, and what?
(a) Studded.
(b) Black.
(c) Cold.
(d) Heavy.

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

4. What gesture does Delia make toward the men on Joe's porch as she passes by?
(a) She turns away.
(b) She makes the sign of the evil eye.
(c) She nods.
(d) She waves.

5. On what day of the week does Delia collect and deliver clothes using her pony and buckboard?
(a) Monday.
(b) Sunday.
(c) Saturday.
(d) Wednesday.

Short Answer Questions

1. On the afternoon when Sykes and Bertha come to the store, what does the narrator say had even "collapsed under the heat"? (3)

2. What does Delia say she does for her pony that makes him belong to her?

3. Who says he would have married Delia himself if Sykes had not beaten him to it?

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

5. What does Delia say Sykes had brought to their marriage?

(see the answer key)

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