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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What stereotypes does Lorene hear about black people?
(a) That they are brilliant in the arts but slow academically.
(b) That they cannot be taught.
(c) That they do not take care of their people.
(d) That they are lazy and slovenly.

2. Where do Lorene's parents move at the end of Chapter 9?
(a) New Hampshire.
(b) Wilmington.
(c) Philadelphia.
(d) Trenton.

3. How is Lorene portrayed in the summary of the novel?
(a) As a trailblazer.
(b) As an exception to the rules.
(c) As a child of privilege.
(d) As a hard worker.

4. Who is Mrs. Evans?
(a) Lorene's neighbor.
(b) Lorene's teacher.
(c) Lorene's aunt.
(d) Lorene's boss.

5. Why was Booker embarrassed on his date with Lorene?
(a) He couldn't think of things to talk about.
(b) He spilled drinks on himself.
(c) He drank too much and threw up.
(d) He didn't have enough money.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Lorene say St. Paul's effect on her was?

2. What part of the interview surprised Lorene?

3. What does Lorene say she likes about her sport?

4. Who is Vernon Jordan?

5. What does Lorene feel about smoking marijuana?

(see the answer key)

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