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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through October 28 -November 7, 1959 (pages 1-17).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At the start of the book, how can Griffin's point of view be best described?
(a) That of an observer.
(b) That of a black man.
(c) That of a priest.
(d) That of personal experience.

2. What sparks Griffin's questions about race?
(a) A story he wrote.
(b) An event he encountered.
(c) A conversation he had.
(d) A report that he read.

3. Which of these does not describe Griffin's emotions once his transformation is complete?
(a) Lonely.
(b) Appalled.
(c) Proud.
(d) Shocked.

4. What is the race of Sterling Williams?
(a) Native American.
(b) Asian.
(c) Black.
(d) White.

5. According to Griffin, what do Southern whites say about the relationship between blacks and whites?
(a) It is an abusive relationship.
(b) It is a healthy relationship.
(c) It is an unfair relationship.
(d) It is an invisible relationship.

Short Answer Questions

1. What necessity does one black man help Griffin find, immediately after his transformation?

2. What is the name of the black magazine Griffin's friend owns?

3. During Griffin's first encounter with a white man, how does the white man act toward Griffin?

4. Which authorities does Griffin decide to notify initially about his project?

5. Which of these is not a reaction of Griffin's wife when he tells her of his plan?

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