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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. After speaking with Sterling, why does Griffin decide to go to Mississippi?
(a) He wants to see what it is like there.
(b) He cannot stand being in New Orleans anymore.
(c) He wants to get away from Sterling.
(d) He needs to see another doctor.

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

3. While Griffin is walking and looking at restaurants in the third section of the book, why does Griffin feel embarrassed?
(a) He feels his body smells bad.
(b) He feels he has not stayed in his place.
(c) He thinks his skin treatment is wearing off.
(d) He feels his clothes are too dirty.

4. Which of these fears is not one of the reactions Adelle Jackson has when she learns about Griffin's plan?
(a) She fears he will be hurt physically.
(b) She fears other whites will refuse to associate with him.
(c) She fears it will discredit his work.
(d) She fears he will not be able to change his skin color back to white.

5. How does Sterling talk to Griffin when he meets him as a black man for the first time?
(a) He talks to him openly.
(b) He keeps him at a distance.
(c) He treats him in the same way as he did when Griffin was white.
(d) He talks to him condescendingly.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the custard stand attendant refuse Griffin?

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

3. In what city does the bus to Mississippi finally arrive?

4. In the third section, what area of town does Griffin walk through, looking at restaurants he is no longer allowed to enter?

5. Where is the first location Griffin goes to, immediately after his transformation?

(see the answer key)

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