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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 type of business does Uncle Jameel own?
(a) A speakeasy.
(b) A gambling parlor.
(c) A strip club.
(d) A race track.

2. In the first few weeks of working for her Uncle Jameel, what is Frances NOT expected to do?
(a) Sleep with the customers.
(b) Sing for the customers.
(c) Serve drinks to the customers.
(d) Strip for the customers.

3. Who kisses Mercedes on the lips after her graduation?
(a) Ralph Luvovitz.
(b) Mr. Mahmoud.
(c) Pete the Scarecrow.
(d) James Piper.

4. Where does Mercedes pray?
(a) In the bathroom.
(b) In the coal cellar.
(c) In the attic.
(d) In her bedroom.

5. Which New York borough most captured Kathleen's imagination?
(a) Brooklyn.
(b) Manhattan.
(c) Queens.
(d) Harlem.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Mercedes turn down her university scholarship?

2. What happens moments before Lily passes out in the cave?

3. Who does Mr. Mahmoud blame for the stolen items in his house?

4. Why doesn't James want to remember Armistice Day?

5. What does Frances claim is the only thing she wanted from Leo?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happens to Francess' baby shortly after its birth?

2. What truth does Frances finally reveal to Lily before she leaves for Mabou to give birth?

3. What leads Mercedes to believe Lily is a saint?

4. How did Lily react when she met Rose for the first time?

5. What job does Frances get after running away from home?

6. How does Frances spy on Leo Taylor?

7. How does Frances feel about school?

8. Who is Ginger?

9. How does Mercedes feel about school?

10. What happens to Mercedes after her high school graduation?

(see the answer keys)

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