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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. What is Mrs. Ellsworth's immediate determination for Oceola?
2. What happens when Mrs. Ellsworth and Oceola arrive at Oceola's home?
3. Why does Mrs. Ellsworth take Oceola out of the city?
4. What kind of wedding dress does Oceola want?
5. What kind of response to the letter does Oceola receive?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
There are many different themes in "The Blues I'm Playing," and one of them is gossip. How does gossip play a role in "The Blues I'm Playing"? What does Mrs. Ellsworth find out through gossip? How do her findings that stem from gossip influence her decisions? Make sure you answer each question and use examples from the story to support your answer.
Essay Topic 2
Symbolism is a device used in many literary pieces, including "The Blues I'm Playing." What symbols are in the story, and what do they mean? Which characters are associated with certain symbols? What do Mrs. Ellsworth and Oceola symbolize? Make sure you answer each question and use examples from the story to support your answer.
Essay Topic 3
"The Blues I'm Playing" takes place in another time period, and its setting provides an interesting backdrop that adds depth to the story. Describe the time period that this short story takes place in as well as the different places. How does the time period influence the characters? How does each place reflect Oceola or Mrs. Ellsworth? Make sure you answer each part of the question and use examples from the story to support your answer.
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