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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Ten.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why was Ricky Lockhart's visit a problem?
(a) Because he arrived by surprise.
(b) Because she had told him not to come.
(c) Because he burst in by force.
(d) Because he arrived a night early.

2. What does Lorene's teacher tell her about her worst subject?
(a) It's alright if she fails it.
(b) She will reinforce every stereotype about women and blacks if she fails.
(c) She cannot graduate without passing.
(d) Her record will be blighted if she fails.

3. What does Lorene's mother tacitly offer to her?
(a) Resources for an abortion if necessary.
(b) Suggestions on marrying rich white boys.
(c) Money for a return ticket if she is miserable at St. Paul's.
(d) Advice about getting on the boys' good side.

4. From where is Jimmy Hill?
(a) Brooklyn.
(b) Alabama.
(c) Philadelphia.
(d) Maine.

5. What is Lorene's strategy for passing her worst subject?
(a) She gets a tutor.
(b) She skips class.
(c) She starts a study group.
(d) She meets with the teacher.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Lorene decide while she is on the black ice?

2. What does Lorene say about her parents with regard to her going to school?

3. Who is Jimmy Hill?

4. What does Lorene feel about smoking marijuana?

5. How does Lorene describe Ricky Lockhart?

(see the answer key)

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