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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through November 24- December 4, 1959 (pages 102-139).

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. In what city does the bus to Mississippi finally arrive?
(a) Hattiesburg.
(b) Jackson.
(c) Biloxi.
(d) Natchez.

3. Which of these is a job that Griffin unsuccessfully tries to get at the beginning of the third section of the book?
(a) A typist.
(b) A cab driver.
(c) A journalist.
(d) A shoeshine.

4. What does Griffin say blacks use to be noticed?
(a) Bling.
(b) Sexuality.
(c) Music.
(d) Gangs.

5. How do the children of the young black man say goodnight to Griffin?
(a) They dance for him.
(b) They shake his hand.
(c) They sing for him.
(d) They kiss him.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the start of the fifth section of the book, where do Griffin and P.D. East go?

2. While Griffin is walking and looking at restaurants in the third section of the book, whom does he feel he has embarrassed?

3. What aspect of Griffin's portrayal of a black man does Sterling tell Griffin to work on?

4. What group of people does Griffin notice is particularly good at giving the hate stare?

5. What type of transportation does Griffin use to get to the street he visits first in New Orleans?

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