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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 what way does Barbara tell Sheba she has suffered as well in Chapter 16?
(a) Barbara lost her job because of Sheba.
(b) Barbara lost her money taking care of Sheba.
(c) Barbara feels guilty because of Richard.
(d) Barbara lost her chance with Steven.

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

3. What does Barbara say to Steven when she runs into him outside of the men's restroom after Sheba is arrested?
(a) She calls him a profane word.
(b) She asks if he has spoken to Sheba.
(c) She begs him to recant.
(d) She thanks him for his honesty.

4. What does Barbara bring Sheba in Chapter 9 to help her fill her time?
(a) Videos.
(b) Clay.
(c) Records.
(d) Magazines.

5. Why does Sheba not break off the relationship in Chapter 10?
(a) She is afraid of Steven telling Richard.
(b) Barbara has threatened to tell Bangs if she breaks it off.
(c) She thought it was silly to end it over something so small.
(d) She is afraid of hurting Steven.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Why does Barbara consider calling Richard at the beginning of Chapter 17?

3. Why is Sheba crying when Barbara returns from the market in Chapter 16?

4. Why is Sheba hysterical in her voice message to Barbara at the beginning of Chapter 15?

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

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe the mood when Sheba goes to Steven's house.

2. Sheba locks herself in her room for forty-eight hours after finding Barbara's manuscript. Why do you think Sheba feels so betrayed?

3. Why does Barbara feel that she cannot yet truly count on Sheba as a friend in Chapter 10?

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

5. Describe the confrontation between Sheba, Richard, and Mrs. Connelly in Chapter 15.

6. Why, do you think, is Barbara's manuscript such a shock for Sheba?

7. Why are Sheba's remarks about Richard's feelings towards Barbara so hurtful?

8. Describe Marjorie and Dave's attitudes towards Sheba.

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

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

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