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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Armored Against Fear (pages 135-152).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which writer inspired the author as a young man?
(a) Malcolm X.
(b) Alex Haley.
(c) Maya Angelou.
(d) James Baldwin.

2. Why does the author apologize to his son?
(a) For not providing him with a better education.
(b) For speaking so negatively about the world.
(c) For rambling on about the past.
(d) For being unable to save him from the reality of racism and violence in the world.

3. What regret does the author have about the friend he made in France?
(a) They haven't kept in touch since he has returned to America.
(b) He doesn't remember his friend's name.
(c) He was so blinded by past fears he couldn't enjoy the mutual friendship.
(d) He didn't remember to write down his friend's phone number.

4. How does the author describe the love of white families for their children?
(a) Obsessive.
(b) Cold.
(c) Spiritual.
(d) Dark.

5. According to the author, it is important that whether one wins or loses the fight, who should be by your side?
(a) Pride.
(b) God.
(c) Friends.
(d) Family.

Short Answer Questions

1. How was the officer who killed Prince Jones dressed?

2. What Civil War battlefield did the author visit with his son and nephew?

3. According to the author, who controls the streets of Baltimore?

4. What type of medicine does Dr. Jones practice?

5. Whom does the author describe as his "wedding ring"?

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