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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through A Harder Task Than Making Bricks Without Straw.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. During a fight between blacks and whites, what happens to Mr. Ruffner, the white salt mines owner, when he stands up for the blacks?
(a) He is arrested.
(b) He is cheered enthusiastically.
(c) He is offered the job of mayor.
(d) He is severely injured.

2. What does Booker quickly discover about the Indians at Hampton?
(a) They are eager to learn and seek ways to make his life more comfortable.
(b) They feel more comfortable in outdoor settings.
(c) They are eager to share their traditions, stories, and languages with others.
(d) They choose to speak only their tribal languages.

3. The author completes his studies at Hampton Normal and Agricultural Institute:
(a) Owing the school a large sum of money.
(b) Even though half the class fails.
(c) In time to attend his sister's wedding.
(d) With honors.

4. Once freed, how do Booker and his family reach their new home to live with his stepfather?
(a) Walk several hundred miles.
(b) Hitching rides in wagons.
(c) Ride mules several hundred miles.
(d) Catch a train.

5. What did Lewis Adams learn while still in slavery?
(a) Working with precious metals and semi-precious stones.
(b) Reading, writing, shoemaking, harness making, and tinsmithing.
(c) Reading, writing, dairy farming, cooking, and blacksmithing.
(d) Working with leather and metals.

Short Answer Questions

1. While Booker T. Washington is still teaching at Malden, who contacts him regarding a position at Hampton?

2. When Booker wants a cap in order to fit in at his school, what does his mother do?

3. What agreement is made so that Booker can spend more time at school?

4. Why do the blacks at Hampton agree to room with Indians?

5. Where does Booker go at the end of his second year at Hampton?

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