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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through November 8, 1959 (pages 17-38).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Griffin's interaction on the way to dinner in the second section of the book affect him?
(a) He is afraid his identity will be revealed.
(b) He is worried because he does not have a driver's license.
(c) He wants to be left alone.
(d) He realizes he does not know how to fight.

2. Which of these best describes the methods Griffin uses to darken his skin?
(a) Grease paint and dirt.
(b) Ultraviolet light and oral medication.
(c) Hot irons and salve.
(d) Brown dye rubbed into his skin.

3. Which of these fears is not one of the reactions Adelle Jackson has when she learns about Griffin's plan?
(a) She fears other whites will refuse to associate with him.
(b) She fears he will not be able to change his skin color back to white.
(c) She fears it will discredit his work.
(d) She fears he will be hurt physically.

4. According to Griffin's observations, what do blacks do to make their lives better?
(a) Work together.
(b) Work menial jobs.
(c) Start new businesses.
(d) Put one another down.

5. Which of these is not a reaction of Griffin's wife when he tells her of his plan?
(a) She is shocked.
(b) She says she will take care of their children without him.
(c) She tells him he should go ahead with the project.
(d) She tells him he is not allowed to go.

Short Answer Questions

1. To which state does Griffin travel first?

2. What emotion does Griffin have at the end of the second section of the book?

3. How does Griffin decide to react if anyone asks him who he is during his journey?

4. After lunch with Sterling, where is the first place Griffin visits?

5. At the beginning of the second section of the book, how is Griffin feeling emotionally?

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