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

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

3. Where does Griffin decide to eat dinner in the second section of the book?
(a) The YMCA.
(b) Sterling Williams' house.
(c) A white restaurant.
(d) A cafe.

4. What is the race of Sterling Williams?
(a) Asian.
(b) White.
(c) Black.
(d) Native American.

5. Which of these best describes the methods Griffin uses to darken his skin?
(a) Brown dye rubbed into his skin.
(b) Grease paint and dirt.
(c) Ultraviolet light and oral medication.
(d) Hot irons and salve.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Griffin in his conversation with Mr. Gayle, what situation will allow blacks to advance?

2. Which of these is a job that Griffin unsuccessfully tries to get at the beginning of the third section of the book?

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

4. What experience do Griffin and Mr. Gayle agree will help blacks reach equality with whites?

5. After Griffin leaves the school in the third section of the book, what type of transportation does he use?

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