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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Round Two.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. On Sundays, what would Granddaddy Herman give Cassius and Rudy?
(a) Lemon drops.
(b) Peppermints.
(c) Black Jack Taffy.
(d) Red licorice.

2. In February 1958, how old was Cassius?
(a) 15.
(b) 16.
(c) 18.
(d) 17.

3. What was Cassius's mother's name?
(a) Monica "Bird" Clay.
(b) Odessa "Bird" Clay.
(c) Louisa "Bird" Clay.
(d) Rachel "Bird" Clay.

4. What did Cassius never drink?
(a) Beer.
(b) Sweet tea.
(c) Soda.
(d) Chocolate milk.

5. In "Momma Hollered," what did Cassius tell Rudy was by his head in the grass?
(a) Black widow spider.
(b) Cottonmouth.
(c) Brown recluse spider.
(d) Copperhead snake.

Short Answer Questions

1. In February 1958, how many people were crammed in the Clay family living room?

2. Where was the mostly Black section of Louisville?

3. How old was Cassius when he knocked out his mother's front tooth?

4. In February 1958, what did Cassius want for dessert for his celebration dinner?

5. Who did Cassius Clay fight on February 24, 1958?

(see the answer key)

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