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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Ballad of the Sad Cafe, pages 23 - 48.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the author call a meeting of men on Amelia's porch?
(a) Busybody brigade.
(b) A consortium.
(c) A lynching.
(d) An "evil festival".

2. What does Amelia slaughter for a town barbecue?
(a) Pig.
(b) Cow.
(c) Goat.
(d) Chickens.

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

4. What is Miss Amelia's demeanor?
(a) Lively.
(b) Gruff.
(c) Gregarious.
(d) Flirty.

5. How long did Miss Amelia's only marriage last?
(a) 10 months.
(b) 10 years.
(c) 10 weeks.
(d) 10 days.

Short Answer Questions

1. What news about Marvin does Marvin's brother give to Amelia?

2. Who is entranced by Marvin?

3. What role does Amelia enjoy playing in the community?

4. What literary technique does McCullers use when she addresses the ruined marriage between Amelia and Marvin and the future failed relationship between Amelia and Lymon.

5. How many years has Lymon been at Amelia's by this time?

(see the answer key)

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