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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Alien Gospel or Source of Inspiration?; Alienation, Anger, Rage.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Thurman's story, who asks why he should focus only on his African roots when he has Indian and German roots as well?
(a) Paul.
(b) Patrick.
(c) Dr. Parkes.
(d) Paulene.

2. What does Hurston say about Negro art?
(a) It's fluid.
(b) It's harsh to the eye.
(c) It's easy on the eye.
(d) It's symmetrical and angular.

3. Why has democracy worked so well in America, according to "Our Greatest Gift to America"?
(a) It divides the power evenly.
(b) Skin color measures a man's worth.
(c) White's are supreme in this way of living.
(d) Negroes are inferior to the government.

4. Who wrote the essay "Race Pride"?
(a) Du Bois.
(b) Domingo.
(c) Randolph.
(d) Garvey.

5. Who is the author of "Fifty Years"?
(a) Toomer.
(b) Hughes.
(c) Domingo.
(d) James Weldon Johnson.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who wrote "If We Must Die"?

2. What does the "New Negro" believe in?

3. Who is always one step higher than the Negroes, according to Schuyler?

4. What does the main character of "Sweat" do for a living?

5. What type of literary writing style is effective in the 3 line poem?

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