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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. What is the setting for Act 1, Scene 1?
(a) A New York City street.
(b) A schoolyard.
(c) A library.
(d) A bar.

2. What does Josephine Baker want from Guy?
(a) Dress sketches.
(b) Designer addresses.
(c) Photos of his work.
(d) Sample gowns.

3. How many job offers has Angel received?
(a) Three.
(b) Two.
(c) None.
(d) One.

4. What is the setting for BLUES FOR AN ALABAMA SKY?
(a) Omaha, Nebraska.
(b) Mobile, Alabama.
(c) Detroit, Michigan.
(d) Harlem in New York City.

5. What is Sam Thomas' profession?
(a) Doctor.
(b) Accountant.
(c) Mechanic.
(d) Lawyer.

Short Answer Questions

1. How much time has passed since the last scene?

2. Who does Angel talk to about Leland?

3. What is the organization that Delia is working so hard to establish?

4. What is Leland's line of work?

5. How did Leland's wife die?

Short Essay Questions

1. What long term advice does Delia give Angel?

2. What gift has Leland brought for Angel?

3. What is the author's message with this play?

4. What is Sam's interest in Delia?

5. What is Guy's mood as Act 1, Scene 5 begins?

6. What is Guy's response to the eviction notice?

7. What is the reason for Angel's being drunk?

8. What secret does Gus keep from Angel?

9. What is the setting for BLUES FOR AN ALABAMA SKY?

10. How does Leland react to news of Angel's pregnancy?

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