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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through November 14, 1959 (pages 45-77).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. During the third section of the book, on what object does Griffin sit while he is in the public space, after his walk?
(a) A fence post.
(b) A stoop.
(c) The ground.
(d) A bench.

2. Why does a black widow pay attention to Griffin?
(a) She believes he is her dead husband.
(b) She thinks he is handsome.
(c) She is attracted to his nice clothing.
(d) She senses something is suspicious about him.

3. At the start of the fourth section of the book, how much time has passed since Griffin became a black man?
(a) Five days.
(b) One week.
(c) Three days.
(d) Two weeks.

4. 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) They do not speak to one another.
(d) There is a noticeable tension between them.

5. At the start of the fourth section of the book, why is Sterling upset when Griffin goes to visit him?
(a) He has not had a customer in more than a week.
(b) He has not gotten paid by his last customer.
(c) He has heard about a disturbing court case involving a black man.
(d) He has heard that other blacks were suspicious of Griffin.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of these best describes where the well-dressed black man sits on the bus?

2. What is the name of the black magazine Griffin's friend owns?

3. What type of church does Griffin want to attend?

4. How does Sterling react when Griffin reveals his identity?

5. What does Griffin discusses with Reverend A. L. Davis and Mr. Gayle?

(see the answer key)

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