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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 11, 12 and 13.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Laura say about Essie that is hurtful?
(a) That Essie only cares about others and not Laura.
(b) That Essie is overweight.
(c) That Essie doesn't care about bringing her daughter there.
(d) That Essie can't sing.

2. What does Essie do after they are persuaded?
(a) Hugs Laura.
(b) Gets on her knees and prays.
(c) Starts dancing and singing gospel songs.
(d) Calls to the neighbors to tell them.

3. What is ironic about Chicken-Crow-For-Day saying he has been washed clean and white by the love of God?
(a) Because he is already white.
(b) Because they really don't expect God to be there.
(c) Because he is so dark skinned.
(d) Because no one believes God loves them.

4. What happens after Essie joins in on the song?
(a) Others join.
(b) Someone yells at them to be quiet.
(c) Laura stops and starts to pass the hat.
(d) Essie becomes inspired and everyone gets quiet to hear her.

5. What does Laura want from Essie the next morning?
(a) Her betting stubs.
(b) The morning newspaper.
(c) A commitment for the church idea.
(d) Coffee and money.

Short Answer Questions

1. When do the women arrive at the street corner?

2. What does Essie do when Laura inspires her?

3. How does Laura inspire Essie?

4. What is distracting Laura from listening to Essie?

5. Of what does Essie say there will be none?

(see the answer key)

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