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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through November 15- 24, 1959 (pages 77-101).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. While he is at the church, why does Griffin pick up the piece of writing?
(a) He is looking for spiritual guidance.
(b) He wants to find a safe place to stay.
(c) He wants to know the Church's stance on race equality.
(d) He desperately wants to sit and read.

2. How is Griffin treated by the first black people he meets?
(a) They are instantly friendly toward him.
(b) They are cruel to him at first.
(c) They are difficult for him to talk to.
(d) They are immediately suspicious of him.

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

4. Which of these do Griffin and Mr. Gayle say is a step toward equality?
(a) Nice homes.
(b) Music.
(c) Lightening the skin tones of blacks.
(d) Creativity.

5. At the custard stand, what does Griffin buy?
(a) A coke float.
(b) A glass of ice water.
(c) A soda.
(d) An ice cream cone.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the beginning of the third section of the book, with whom does Griffin spend a lot of time?

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

3. Why does a black widow pay attention to Griffin?

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

5. What city does Griffin walk through during his skin treatment?

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