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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What kind of response to the letter does Oceola receive?
(a) She doesn't receive a response.
(b) A joyful one.
(c) A disappointed one.
(d) An angry one.

2. What happens when Mrs. Ellsworth and Oceola arrive at Oceola's home?
(a) Mrs. Ellsworth gives her a housewarming gift.
(b) Mrs. Ellsworth invites herself inside.
(c) Mrs. Ellsworth praises the home.
(d) Mrs. Ellsworth says goodbye and leaves.

3. What best describes the beginning of the artist/patron relationship?
(a) Smooth.
(b) Good chemistry.
(c) Quick friendship.
(d) Awkward.

4. What does Oceola think about Mrs. Ellsworth's insistence on moving?
(a) She completely agrees.
(b) She would rather stay in Harlem.
(c) She appreciates it.
(d) She is moved by her offer.

5. What frustrates Oceola the most about other artists?
(a) Superficiality.
(b) Their work ethic.
(c) Their genius.
(d) Their lack of talent.

6. Where does Mrs. Ellsworth visit Oceola when Oceola is away from New York?
(a) London.
(b) Paris.
(c) Houston.
(d) Atlanta.

7. Where does Mrs. Ellsworth take Oceola after she sees no change in Oceola's tendencies?
(a) The Berkshires.
(b) Atlanta.
(c) Boston.
(d) Harlem.

8. What is Mrs. Ellsworth's excuse for offering this service to Oceola?
(a) She wants to escort Oceola to Europe.
(b) She has never been to Harlem.
(c) She wants to become close friends.
(d) She wants to visit Atlanta with Oceola.

9. Who does Mrs. Ellsworth ask to inquire about Oceola's private matters?
(a) Oceola's former teachers.
(b) Oceola's mother.
(c) Pete Williams.
(d) Mr. Hunter.

10. What passion does Mrs. Ellsworth think Oceola needs to remove from her life?
(a) Fashion.
(b) Music.
(c) Pete.
(d) School.

11. What type of school will Pete attend?
(a) Medical college.
(b) Secretarial.
(c) Engineering.
(d) Art.

12. Who does the person who Mrs. Ellsworth asked to investigate Oceola's situation contact for information about Oceola?
(a) A former teacher.
(b) A maid.
(c) The reverend.
(d) The boarder.

13. Where does Oceola want to be married?
(a) Harlem.
(b) Houston.
(c) Atlanta.
(d) Europe.

14. Where does Mrs. Ellsworth send Oceola?
(a) Hawaii.
(b) The American South.
(c) Europe.
(d) Africa.

15. What worldwide event occurs while Oceola is away that affects everyone's finances?
(a) World War II.
(b) The Great Depression.
(c) World War I.
(d) None of the choices listed.

Short Answer Questions

1. What traits of Oceola does Mrs. Ellsworth think someone is taking advantage of?

2. What does Mrs. Ellsworth do at Oceola's home?

3. What best describes the way art didn't play a role in Oceola's life?

4. What is Mrs. Ellsworth's first presumption that leads to her conclusion about Oceola and the boarder?

5. What does Oceola play at the nightclubs?

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