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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Ballad of the Sad Cafe, pages 49 - 71.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what season of the year does Marvin return to town?
(a) Summer.
(b) Winter.
(c) Autumn.
(d) Spring.

2. On what day do Amelia and Marvin have a big fight?
(a) Groundhog Day.
(b) Easter.
(c) Christmas Eve.
(d) Halloween.

3. What does Marvin do to Lymon to get him to be quiet?
(a) Tells him to sshhhhh.
(b) Bashes him on the head.
(c) Slaps him.
(d) Ignores him.

4. What role does Amelia enjoy playing in the community?
(a) Sommelier.
(b) Beautician.
(c) Sheriff.
(d) Country doctor.

5. What does the cafe seem to provide to people?
(a) A place for socialization.
(b) A sense of worth.
(c) A good meal.
(d) A place to play cards.

Short Answer Questions

1. What news about Marvin does Marvin's brother give to Amelia?

2. Who is Miss Amelia?

3. Who accidentally gets the plate of poisoned food when Amelia tries to poison Marvin?

4. What eventually happens to the town?

5. What do the people in town think has happened to the man in #14 when he is not seen the next day?

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