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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 14, what reason does Sheba's mother give to Sheba for Polly running away?
(a) Polly wants to be with her boyfriend.
(b) Polly suspects Sheba of having an affair.
(c) Polly hates Barbara.
(d) Polly is in love with Steven.

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

3. 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) She took Richard's car without permission.
(c) She was with Barbara.
(d) He did not know where she was or when she would return.

4. Why is Barbara disappointed over the summer months?
(a) She has not heard from Bangs all summer.
(b) Her summer school assignment is canceled.
(c) Barbara's mother cannot visit over the summer.
(d) Six weeks go by before Sheba contacts her.

5. Why does Bangs admit to wanting to see Barbara?
(a) He has a crush on Barbara.
(b) He has feelings for Sheba and wants to discuss them with Barbara.
(c) He suspects Sheba is having an affair with Steven.
(d) He wants help on his lesson plans from Barbara.

Short Answer Questions

1. What part of Sheba's family does Barbara thinks provokes jealousy in Sheba?

2. Why does Sheba have to go to Scotland in Chapter 14?

3. Where does Steven get the phrase "Foxy Lady" for the portrait he gives to Sheba?

4. How is Sheba able to call Steven in Chapter 14?

5. How is Sheba feeling at the beginning of Chapter 9?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Barbara so upset with Sheba at the end of Chapter 12 when Sheba leaves to go see Steven?

2. Why does Barbara not tell Sheba that Sue is spreading rumors about the two of them?

3. What advice does Barbara give to Sheba when Sheba is hysterical over being called into Pabblem's office at the beginning of Chapter 15? Why does she give this advice?

4. Describe Barbara's physical condition in the beginning of Chapter 14. Why is her health suffering in this way?

5. After Barbara makes plans for Sheba and herself to stay at Sheba's mother's home, Barbara expresses some concern that Sheba may not allow her to travel with her. Barbara, however, tells herself that Sheba 'needs' her. Why does Barbara think Sheba needs her? What does this tell you about Barbara's character?

6. What is the significance for Barbara of seeing Sheba and Steven at the fireworks talking to each other?

7. Describe the incident at the restaurant on the way home from picking Polly up from Brighton.

8. In what way does Barbara believe her relationship to Sheba is similar to a marriage?

9. What does Polly's guidance counselor say is the cause of her behavior, and how does Barbara feel about that diagnosis?

10. Describe the dynamic of Barbara and Jennifer's past friendship.

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