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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. What is the second element that makes up Oceola's life?
2. What is Mrs. Ellsworth's second presumption that leads to her conclusion about Oceola and the boarder?
3. What is Mrs. Ellsworth's excuse for offering this service to Oceola?
4. What kind of wedding dress does Oceola want?
5. What best describes the beginning of the artist/patron relationship?
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
In "The Blues I'm Playing," it is not so clear sometimes whether a character is a victim or a heroine, especially in regards to Oceola, where it might depend on perspectives of other characters. What role does Oceola play in the story? Is she a victim or heroine? Why would she be considered a victim by Mrs. Ellsworth? What stereotypes would lead one to this conclusion? Make sure you answer each question and use examples from the story to support your answer.
Essay Topic 3
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.
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