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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What is the profession of Sterling Williams?
(a) A busboy.
(b) A traveling salesman.
(c) A cab driver.
(d) A shoeshine.

3. According to Griffin's observations, what do blacks do to make their lives better?
(a) Work together.
(b) Start new businesses.
(c) Work menial jobs.
(d) Put one another down.

4. Which of these fears is not one of the reactions Adelle Jackson has when she learns about Griffin's plan?
(a) She fears other whites will refuse to associate with him.
(b) She fears he will be hurt physically.
(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. During Griffin's discussion with Reverend A. L. Davis and Mr. Gayle, who walks into the room?
(a) George Levitan.
(b) J.P. Guillory.
(c) Mrs. Davis.
(d) Sterling Williams.

6. 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 thinks his skin treatment is wearing off.
(c) He feels he has not stayed in his place.
(d) He feels his clothes are too dirty.

7. After Griffin speaks to the white man in the third section of the book, how does Griffin feel physically?
(a) Clumsy.
(b) Energized.
(c) Fatigued.
(d) Strong.

8. Which of these is a problem Griffin says blacks create for themselves?
(a) Self-satisfaction.
(b) Ability to get a shoeshine.
(c) Self-discrimination.
(d) Hygiene.

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

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

11. How does Sterling Williams treat Griffin the first time they meet?
(a) Like a friend.
(b) Like a white customer.
(c) He ignores him.
(d) He talks to him about his personal life.

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

13. What aspect of Griffin's portrayal of a black man does Sterling tell Griffin to work on?
(a) His clothing.
(b) His skin tone.
(c) His speech.
(d) His walk.

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

15. According to Griffin's observations, what is one tactic whites use to keep blacks in place?
(a) Letting blacks berate one another.
(b) Treating blacks poorly in public.
(c) Limiting the types of jobs blacks can have.
(d) Limiting the types of foods blacks can eat.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which authorities does Griffin decide to notify initially about his project?

2. What emotion does Griffin have at the end of the second section of the book?

3. How do the other whites react to Griffin's interaction with the white woman on public transportation?

4. In what year was Black Like Me originally published?

5. What does Sterling do with his lunch scraps?

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