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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through November 24- December 4, 1959 (pages 102-139).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Griffin's observations, how do blacks on the bus interact with one another at first?
(a) There is an easy, comfortable comradeship.
(b) They give each other hostile looks.
(c) There is a noticeable tension between them.
(d) They do not speak to one another.

2. How do the other whites react to Griffin's interaction with the white woman on public transportation?
(a) They spit on him.
(b) They leave.
(c) They ignore it.
(d) They are angry.

3. How does Griffin travel away from Montgomery?
(a) A bus.
(b) Hitchhiking.
(c) He drives away in a car.
(d) A train.

4. How does the well-dressed black man act toward the other blacks?
(a) He gives them money.
(b) He refuses to speak to anyone unless he is spoken to first.
(c) He yells at them and calls them ignorant.
(d) He is pleasant and courtious.

5. What is the name of the well-dressed black man who gets on the bus at one of its stops?
(a) Louis.
(b) Christophe.
(c) Alexander.
(d) Beau.

Short Answer Questions

1. While Griffin is traveling on public transportation, a white woman looks at Griffin. What type of emotion does Griffin feel this look conveys?

2. How does Sterling talk to Griffin when he meets him as a black man for the first time?

3. What does Griffin do to his skin to help get rid of some of the color?

4. What does Griffin give the children of the young black man?

5. How many rooms are in the home of the young black man who befriends Griffin in the sixth section of the book?

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