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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Decemeber 2, 1959- August 17, 1960 (pages 103-164).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What major theme is introduced in the second section of the book?
(a) Hate between blacks and whites.
(b) Solidarity among males.
(c) Life and death.
(d) Hate within a group.

2. At what time of day does Griffin leave his place of stay after his transformation?
(a) Early in the morning.
(b) Late afternoon.
(c) Late at night.
(d) In the middle of the day.

3. Which of these is not a show that Griffin appears on after his return home?
(a) The Paul Coates show.
(b) The Dave Garroway show.
(c) The Ed Sullivan show.
(d) The Mike Wallace show.

4. Why, as Griffin learns, should he walk down the middle of the street?
(a) It will help keep his shoes clean.
(b) It will help decrease his chances of getting robbed.
(c) It will keep him from walking near white restaurants.
(d) It will keep him safe from white men.

5. Which of these is a job that Griffin unsuccessfully tries to get at the beginning of the third section of the book?
(a) A doctor.
(b) A busboy.
(c) A chef.
(d) A clerk.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Griffin do to his skin to help get rid of some of the color?

2. After the man who picks him up as a hitchhiker drops Griffin off, how does he immediately continue his travels?

3. What do Griffin and Mr. Gayle say whites believe about any steps blacks could take toward equality?

4. To which state does Griffin travel first?

5. Why does Griffin decide to only go out at night in Montgomery?

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