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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. Who has Marvin's brother brought with him to Amelia's cafe?
(a) Marvin.
(b) His new bride.
(c) A sick child.
(d) His mother.

2. What does the man who comes to Amelia's house tell her?
(a) He wants to write an article about her.
(b) He is in love with her.
(c) He is a distant relative.
(d) He is looking for a job.

3. What is Miss Amelia's physical appearance?
(a) Strong and mannish.
(b) Petite and tentative.
(c) Tall and gawky.
(d) Delicate and frail.

4. Marvin Macy is characterized as ____________.
(a) an evil man.
(b) a jolly man.
(c) a holy man.
(d) a rambling man.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Eventually Lymon has access to Amelia's house, cash register and __________________.

2. How does Amelia feel about Cousin Lymon at the end of the story?

3. What has Lymon convinced Amelia to buy for the cafe?

4. What is Amelia's demeanor toward the sick child?

5. What business does Amelia run from her house?

(see the answer key)

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