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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When is Chapter 1 set?
(a) 1971.
(b) 1968.
(c) 1985.
(d) 1989.

2. What is just ending for Lorene at the beginning of the novel?
(a) Her term as a trustee.
(b) Her time in school.
(c) Her teaching career.
(d) Her daughter's time in school.

3. About what does Lorene say it is hardest to write?
(a) Family.
(b) School.
(c) Teaching.
(d) Race.

4. What position has Lorene occupied at St. Paul's?
(a) Admissions officer.
(b) Loan officer.
(c) Professor.
(d) Trustee.

5. Who has Lorene married since graduation?
(a) A white man.
(b) Jimmy.
(c) Ricky Lockhart.
(d) She has not married.

Short Answer Questions

1. When does Black Ice begin?

2. What theme is introduced into the book in Chapter 1?

3. About what does Lorene say she wants to start a discussion?

4. Who is Mrs. Evans' husband?

5. What is Lorene impressed by at the location of the meet and greet?

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