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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Ballad of the Sad Cafe, pages 49 - 71.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Amelia behave toward Lymon by this point in time?
(a) She tolerates him.
(b) She ignores him.
(c) She cannot stand him.
(d) She dotes on him.

2. What news about Marvin does Marvin's brother give to Amelia?
(a) Marvin has died.
(b) Marvin has a terminal illness.
(c) Marvin has remarried.
(d) Marvin is out of jail.

3. What does Amelia do with the gifts Marvin gives her?
(a) Puts them on display.
(b) Puts them in storage.
(c) Sells them in her general store.
(d) Shows them to her friends.

4. How many years has Lymon been at Amelia's by this time?
(a) 2.
(b) 6.
(c) 8.
(d) 5.

5. What is the busiest night in Amelia's cafe?
(a) Thursday.
(b) Saturday.
(c) Tuesday.
(d) Friday.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Amelia not say anything to Lymon about giving so many privileges to Marvin?

2. What is notable about a man who approaches Amelia's house one day?

3. For what is Miss Amelia noted for making?

4. For how long do Amelia and Marvin throw punches at each other?

5. In what month does the story take place?

(see the answer key)

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