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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through November 10-12 1959 (pages 38-44).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Griffin, what do Southern whites say about the relationship between blacks and whites?
(a) It is an abusive relationship.
(b) It is an invisible relationship.
(c) It is an unfair relationship.
(d) It is a healthy relationship.

2. Which of these is a problem Griffin says blacks face?
(a) Community centers like YMCAs.
(b) Immediate discrimination from whites.
(c) Opportunities to become educated.
(d) Places to get a cup of coffee.

3. How do the other whites react to Griffin's interaction with the white woman on public transportation?
(a) They leave.
(b) They spit on him.
(c) They ignore it.
(d) They are angry.

4. To which state does Griffin travel first?
(a) Mississippi.
(b) Florida.
(c) Louisiana.
(d) Alabama.

5. While Griffin is sitting in the public space during the third section of the book, what does the white man tell him?
(a) He is homeless.
(b) He smells bad.
(c) He is not allowed to sit there.
(d) He welcomes him as a stranger.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How does Sterling Williams treat Griffin the second time they meet?

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

4. What major theme is introduced in the second section of the book?

5. While Griffin is walking and looking at restaurants in the third section of the book, why does Griffin feel embarrassed?

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