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

2. Who helps Griffin darken his skin?
(a) His wife.
(b) The magazine owner.
(c) A friend.
(d) A doctor.

3. While Griffin is traveling on public transportation, a white woman looks at Griffin. What type of emotion does Griffin feel this look conveys?
(a) Confusion.
(b) Disgust.
(c) Hatred.
(d) Sympathy.

4. From whom does Griffin decide to rent a room?
(a) Mrs. Davis.
(b) The YMCA.
(c) Sterling Williams.
(d) Mr. Gayle.

5. What point of view does Griffin use to tell his story?
(a) Second person.
(b) First person.
(c) Third person.
(d) All of the above.

Short Answer Questions

1. At what time of day does Griffin leave his place of stay after his transformation?

2. According to Griffin's observations, what do blacks feel they cannot do?

3. Which authorities does Griffin decide to notify initially about his project?

4. During Griffin's first encounter with a white man, how does the white man act toward Griffin?

5. What necessity does one black man help Griffin find, immediately after his transformation?

(see the answer key)

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