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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. In what month does the story take place?
(a) June.
(b) November.
(c) August.
(d) February.

2. Eventually Lymon has access to Amelia's house, cash register and __________________.
(a) safe deposit box.
(b) car.
(c) inheritance.
(d) keys to everything.

3. Who is Marvin Macy's brother?
(a) Eddie.
(b) Alex.
(c) Bud.
(d) Henry.

4. What is an evil omen about Marvin?
(a) He never laughs.
(b) He cannot cry.
(c) He doesn't sweat.
(d) He has constant hiccups.

5. How many years have passed since the opening of Amelia's cafe?
(a) 4.
(b) 6.
(c) 2.
(d) 19.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Miss Amelia's physical appearance?

2. Where does Marvin serve time for committing crimes?

3. With what is Marvin associated in the story?

4. What business does Amelia run from her house?

5. How long did Miss Amelia's only marriage last?

(see the answer key)

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