Coming of Age in Mississippi Short Question Test Answer Key

Short Answer Key

Part 1: Chapter 1

1. Who looks after Essie Mae and her sister while their parents are at work?

George Lee

2. Where do Essie's parents work?

The fields

3. How does Essie's father punish her in the opening chapter?

He beats her.

4. What does Essie's father spend his free time doing?

Gambling

5. Where does Essie Mae spend most of her time hiding at school?

The outhouse

6. What is the name does Mama give her new baby boy?

Junior

Part 1: Chapter 2

1. What kind of creature often comes out of the swamp?

A snake

2. How is Ed related to Mama?

Her brother

3. How are Ed's younger brothers different from the rest of the family?

They are white.

4. What kind of work does Raymond do in Chapter 2?

He is a soldier.

5. What is the name of Raymond's mother?

Miss Pearl