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1. Why did Vivian originally move from Louisiana to California?

Vivian originally moved from Louisiana to California to escape the painful memories of her father's murder by the Ku Klux Klan there.

2. What blow does Vivian suffer as a fairly young adult?

Vivian suffers the death of her beloved husband Ellis as a fairly young adult.

3. What dream has Vivian had for many years for her daughters?

For many years, Vivian has dreamed that her daughters will become big singing stars.

4. What is the name of the girls' singing group and what does the name signify?

The girls' singing group is named The Salvations, which signifies Vivian's hope for what the group's success could mean for the whole family.

5. Who is Vivian very excited about meeting in Part I and why?

Vivian is very excited about meeting Mr. Franklin Dyers in Part I because he is a big music manager, and she suspects he may want to offer to manage her daughters' singing group.

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