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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through A Rose By Any Other Name (pages 47-71).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Whom does the author describe as his "wedding ring"?
(a) God.
(b) His soul.
(c) His wife.
(d) His son.

2. What realization did the author make about death in the sixth grade?
(a) Death can occur without warning.
(b) Death chases after the living.
(c) Death is inevitable.
(d) Death does not wait.

3. How old was the author when his son was born?
(a) 24.
(b) 18.
(c) 30.
(d) 21.

4. What bothers the author about artists like Michael Jackson?
(a) He did not finish what he started.
(b) His lyrics are without meaning.
(c) He used cosmetic surgery to appeal to a white fanbase.
(d) He represents the nonviolent black man.

5. Why does the author feel the interview at the beginning of his memoir was a failure?
(a) The interviewer discussed hope for racial peace and equality.
(b) The interview was cut short.
(c) He was insulted by a caller to the radio station.
(d) No one would comment on his new book.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did the author's father react when the author threatened his 9th grade teacher?

2. What hobby did the author pursue while at Howard University?

3. Who said, "Either I can beat him, or the police"?

4. How did the author's father react when another boy stole something from the author?

5. What field did the author pursue after he left Howard University?

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