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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. How does Griffin view the black community at first?
(a) It is struggling to survive.
(b) It is more wealthier than he thought.
(c) It is thriving and carefree.
(d) It is filled with scoundrels.

2. According to Griffin's observations, what do blacks do to make their lives better?
(a) Start new businesses.
(b) Put one another down.
(c) Work menial jobs.
(d) Work together.

3. According to Griffin, how do white people in Mississippi view their relationship with blacks?
(a) They say they do not interact with blacks at all.
(b) They say they have a troubling relationship with blacks.
(c) They say they do not have blacks in their state.
(d) They say they have a good relationship with blacks.

4. At the beginning of the third section of the book, what is Griffin comforted by?
(a) He knows he will get a good story out of the experience.
(b) He knows his transformation is only temporary.
(c) Blacks are willing to help him without expecting anything in return.
(d) White are not treating him poorly so far.

5. What type of transportation does Griffin use to get to the street he visits first in New Orleans?
(a) A train.
(b) A cab.
(c) A trolley.
(d) A bus.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of these do Griffin and Mr. Gayle say is a step toward equality?

2. How long is the break the bus driver gives his passengers on the bus to Mississippi?

3. What does Sterling do with his lunch scraps?

4. What profession does the well-dressed black man think Griffin has?

5. When Griffin gets on the bus in Mississippi, where does he sit?

(see the answer key)

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