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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through November 8, 1959 (pages 17-38).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. On his first day in the first city he visits, what does Griffin do as a white man?
(a) Tries to find a place to live for when he becomes black.
(b) Goes fishing with friends.
(c) Tries to get a job at a newspaper.
(d) Goes to fancy restaurants and walks around the city.

2. During Griffin's first encounter with a white man, how does the white man act toward Griffin?
(a) He asks Griffin where he is from.
(b) He spits on Griffin's feet.
(c) He looks at Griffin strangely.
(d) He completely ignores Griffin.

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

4. What does Griffin say is the biggest problem blacks have?
(a) Their living conditions.
(b) Their relationship with whites.
(c) Their lack of unity.
(d) Their self respect.

5. Which of these does not describe Griffin's emotions once his transformation is complete?
(a) Shocked.
(b) Proud.
(c) Lonely.
(d) Appalled.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Griffin, what do Southern whites say about the relationship between blacks and whites?

2. At the beginning of the second section of the book, how is Griffin feeling emotionally?

3. Which of these fears is not one of the reactions Adelle Jackson has when she learns about Griffin's plan?

4. According to Griffin's observations, what is one tactic whites use to keep blacks in place?

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

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