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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through A Question of Identity.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Baldwin think it is safe for the film Carmen Jones to utilize an all-Negro cast?
(a) The all-Negro cast is less intimidating.
(b) There are no white people to which the Negroes may be compared.
(c) The Negroes would see a movie with an all-Negro cast.
(d) White people do not want to see an interracial cast.

2. How many of Baldwin's brothers were in the quartet?
(a) One.
(b) Three.
(c) Two.
(d) Four.

3. What war is discussed in the chapter entitled A Question of Identity?
(a) World War II.
(b) Vietnam War.
(c) Civil War.
(d) World War I.

4. Why is the cleanliness of the Carmen Jones movie set necessary for white audiences?
(a) The cleanliness makes white audiences more comfortable with seeing Negroes in familiar situations.
(b) The cleanliness makes white audiences more comfortable with the role of the lead male Negro.
(c) The cleanliness makes white audiences view the black actors as equals.
(d) The cleanliness makes white audiences want to watch more Negro movies.

5. According to Baldwin, what is afforded to American students in Paris?
(a) Irresponsibility.
(b) Responsibility.
(c) Freedom.
(d) Equality.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Baldwin insist that the operatic songs performed by the cast in the film Carmen Jones have no connection to Negro life?

2. Why does Baldwin criticize the cleanliness of the Carmen Jones movie set?

3. Why does Baldwin escape to Paris?

4. Where did the Melodeers room while in Atlanta?

5. Where is Atlanta located?

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