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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: Mother - Arlette's Stories.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Uncle Billy tell Alice her mother needs?
(a) Medical treatment.
(b) Rest.
(c) Psychological therapy.
(d) A man.

2. How do the members of Mother's family react to the gifts she gives them at Christmas?
(a) They are angry.
(b) They are hurt.
(c) They make no comment.
(d) They are pleased.

3. What things does Alice mention that Aunt Frances and Uncle Billy give her?
(a) Turquoise jewelry and a birthstone ring.
(b) Cochina slippers and ruffled skirts.
(c) An iPod and a cell phone.
(d) A fancy computer and an ATM card.

4. What does Alice say she feels like, living with Aunt Frances and Uncle Billy?
(a) Unwanted.
(b) A visitor.
(c) An honored guest.
(d) The daughter they never had.

5. How does Walter make Mother feel about herself?
(a) Like she is a better person than she used to be.
(b) Stupid and incompetent.
(c) Needed and nurturing.
(d) Guilty.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of music does Walter enjoy?

2. How does life after the death of Alice's father compare to life before his death?

3. Who is Aunt Frances?

4. What does Mother bring to her family members on Christmas?

5. What does Uncle Billy ask Alice at the party the summer that she is 12?

(see the answer key)

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