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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. In what city does the bus to Mississippi finally arrive?
(a) Natchez.
(b) Jackson.
(c) Hattiesburg.
(d) Biloxi.

2. Why does Griffin decide to only go out at night in Montgomery?
(a) So he will not get the hate stare.
(b) So his body will not overheat.
(c) So he will be safe from riots.
(d) So his skin will not be exposed to the sun.

3. After the well-dressed black man leaves, what is the name of the man who sits next to Griffin?
(a) Whitey Jones.
(b) Bill Williams.
(c) Marcus Plumblee.
(d) Tom Cunningham.

4. According to Griffin's observations, what is one tactic whites use to keep blacks in place?
(a) Limiting the types of foods blacks can eat.
(b) Letting blacks berate one another.
(c) Limiting the types of jobs blacks can have.
(d) Treating blacks poorly in public.

5. How do P.D. East's neighbors and friends treat him?
(a) They treat him with respect.
(b) They spit on him in public.
(c) They are friendly with him.
(d) They ignore him.

Short Answer Questions

1. How do the blacks react to Griffin's interaction with the white woman on public transportation?

2. Why does a black widow pay attention to Griffin?

3. According to Griffin, how do white people in Mississippi view their relationship with blacks?

4. What aspect of Griffin's portrayal of a black man does Sterling tell Griffin to work on?

5. How do the other whites react to Griffin's interaction with the white woman on public transportation?

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