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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What insult does Sheba throw at Barbara at the end of Chapter 16?
(a) It is Barbara's fault they are in such a bind.
(b) Barbara was a horrible teacher.
(c) Steven always hated Barbara.
(d) Barbara isn't fit to shine Richard's shoes.

2. In Chapter 10, in what way does Barbara acknowledge her friendship with Sheba as being different than her past relationships?
(a) Sheba is reluctant to call her.
(b) Sheba is in love with Barbara.
(c) Barbara feels that Sheba is needier than her past friends.
(d) Barbara cannot control Sheba and dominate the friendship.

3. Why does Barbara consider calling Richard at the beginning of Chapter 17?
(a) Barbara misses Richard's company.
(b) Sheba is very upset.
(c) Barbara wonders if Richard has any news about Steven.
(d) Barbara wants to check on Sheba's children.

4. What does Barbara find in Sheba's purse?
(a) Steven's phone number.
(b) Ticket stubs from a movie Sheba and Steven went to see.
(c) Photographs of Sheba and Steven.
(d) A letter from Steven.

5. What does Sheba's mother say about being with her children once her husband died?
(a) It is easier than ever.
(b) It is frightening.
(c) It is awkward and difficult.
(d) It is lonely.

6. Why is Sheba hysterical in her voice message to Barbara at the beginning of Chapter 15?
(a) Steven has been hurt in an accident.
(b) She has been fired.
(c) Richard has found out about the affair.
(d) Pabblem wants to see her for a meeting.

7. What name does Sheba reveal that Richard called Barbara in private?
(a) Vampire.
(b) Parasite.
(c) Dog.
(d) Witch.

8. Why does Barbara assume that Sheba will have to take her wherever she goes?
(a) Barbara has been communicating with Richard for Sheba.
(b) Sheba needs Barbara to pay her legal bills.
(c) Barbara has been helping Sheba write her manuscript.
(d) Barbara feels that Sheba is unable to care for herself.

9. Why does Barbara panic when Sheba tells her that Eddie and his family are returning from India soon?
(a) Barbara and Eddie do not get along.
(b) They will not have a place to stay.
(c) Eddie will take Sheba away with him.
(d) Eddie is not speaking to Sheba because of the scandal.

10. How does Sheba justify Steven's moodiness when she goes to his house?
(a) He is not feeling well.
(b) He has missed her over the break.
(c) He is worried about someone finding out about the affair.
(d) He is a teenager.

11. Who does Barbara see Sheba talking to at the fireworks?
(a) Steven.
(b) Sue.
(c) Pabblem.
(d) Eddie.

12. Where does Richard want to purchase real estate?
(a) The Northern Circle.
(b) The East End.
(c) The Southern Valley.
(d) The West Side.

13. Why is Richard angry when Sheba returns from Steven's at the end of Chapter 14?
(a) He knew she was at Steven's.
(b) He did not know where she was or when she would return.
(c) She took Richard's car without permission.
(d) She was with Barbara.

14. Why does Barbara feel guilty at the beginning of Chapter 14?
(a) She stayed home from school to spend time with Sheba.
(b) She spoke to Bangs about Sheba and Steven.
(c) She told the school's headmaster about Sheba.
(d) She canceled plans with Sheba and Richard.

15. Why does Sheba leave Barbara after Barbara tells her about Portia?
(a) Polly is stranded and needs a ride.
(b) Sheba is ill.
(c) Sheba has to go meet Steven.
(d) Richard is at the hospital.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Pabblem tell Barbara to do at the end of Chapter 15?

2. Why does Pabblem want to see Sheba in Chapter 15?

3. When Bangs confides in Barbara, he tells her that he is certain that Sheba thinks what about him?

4. In Chapter 14, what reason does Sheba's mother give to Sheba for Polly running away?

5. Why does Barbara think that Pabblem is calling her into his office in Chapter 15?

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