Short Story Analysis: A Sunday in Florida
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What day of the week is it in the text?

  • Sunday (correct)
  • Saturday
  • Monday
  • Friday
  • What saved Delia almost a half day's start in her work routine?

  • Singing a joyful song
  • Sorting clothes on Saturday (correct)
  • Returning clean clothes
  • Hiring an assistant
  • Where did Delia work as a wash-woman?

  • A factory
  • The church
  • Her home (correct)
  • A bakery
  • What was the initial reaction of Delia when the bull whip fell on her shoulders?

    <p>She screamed in terror</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was Sykes to Delia?

    <p>Her husband</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Sykes accuse Delia of being?

    <p>A hypocrite</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does Sykes kick the clothes when he crosses the room?

    <p>To show his frustration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Delia do after Sykes threatens to throw the clothes out?

    <p>She confronts Sykes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Sykes threaten to do if Delia gives him lip?

    <p>Throw her out of the house</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Delia's initial response when Sykes criticizes her for working on the clothes after church?

    <p>She ignores him</p> Signup and view all the answers

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