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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What Biblical river is referenced in the poem "The Leavers"?
(a) The River Jordan.
(b) The River Arnon.
(c) The Nile.
(d) The River Euphrates.

2. When did Martin Luther King, Jr.'s March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom take place?
(a) September 14, 1962.
(b) August 28, 1963.
(c) April 7, 1964.
(d) July 12, 1966.

3. Who was Jacqueline Woodson's first grade teacher?
(a) Ms. Smith.
(b) Ms. Claude.
(c) Mr. Jackson.
(d) Ms. Feidler.

4. What did Jackie and her siblings use to soothe Georgina's feet at night?
(a) Toothpaste.
(b) Vinegar.
(c) Epsom salt.
(d) Ice water.

5. Who is the focus of the poem "Gifted"?
(a) Dell.
(b) Hope.
(c) Roman.
(d) Mary Anne.

Short Answer Questions

1. How far did Jackie have to walk to attend school in "First Grade"?

2. What sport did Jack Woodson play in high school and college?

3. What flavor ice-cream is described as Gunnar's favorite in "The Candy Lady"?

4. Whose dream of a ladder to heaven is described in "Bible Times"?

5. Who was Thomas Woodson's mother?

(see the answer key)

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