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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II, Lies to My Mother, Chapters 16-24.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did the poor black family down the road do for Rick's family?
(a) They brought them corn to eat.
(b) They invited them over for dinner.
(c) They invited them to their church.
(d) They brought them bread to eat.

2. What does Rick say about this book?
(a) That he wrote it for himself.
(b) That it is a story meant only for his family.
(c) That everyone should read it.
(d) That it is not important.

3. What was the wall in Brooklyn that Rick wrote about?
(a) A tribute to the leaders of the gangs.
(b) A memorial to soldiers.
(c) A tribute to those killed in the streets there.
(d) A division between races.

4. What instrument did Rick's grandmother play?
(a) Harp.
(b) Banjo.
(c) Guitar.
(d) Fiddle.

5. What did momma feel about Mark's jail terms?
(a) Anger.
(b) Fear.
(c) Injustice.
(d) Shame.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was the house like that Rick's father brought them to when Rick was six years old?

2. What is the story of the widow's mite?

3. What did Rick see at church that he stated was one of the most beautiful things he had ever seen?

4. What school did Rick attend at the age of 33?

5. What was Rick's mother's response when he asked her if he could write the book?

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