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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. During Griffin's first encounter with a white man, how does the white man act toward Griffin?
(a) He completely ignores Griffin.
(b) He looks at Griffin strangely.
(c) He asks Griffin where he is from.
(d) He spits on Griffin's feet.

3. During Griffin's discussion with Reverend A. L. Davis and Mr. Gayle, who walks into the room?
(a) Sterling Williams.
(b) Mrs. Davis.
(c) George Levitan.
(d) J.P. Guillory.

4. Which of these is a job that Griffin unsuccessfully tries to get at the beginning of the third section of the book?
(a) A bookkeeper.
(b) A brick layer.
(c) A publisher.
(d) A musician.

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 chef.
(b) A clerk.
(c) A busboy.
(d) A doctor.

6. At the beginning of the third section of the book, what is Griffin comforted by?
(a) Blacks are willing to help him without expecting anything in return.
(b) He knows his transformation is only temporary.
(c) He knows he will get a good story out of the experience.
(d) White are not treating him poorly so far.

7. How does Sterling react when Griffin reveals his identity?
(a) He is angry.
(b) He is scared.
(c) He is shocked.
(d) He is sympathetic.

8. What necessity does one black man help Griffin find, immediately after his transformation?
(a) New clothes.
(b) Shoes.
(c) A job.
(d) A hotel.

9. After his transformation, where does Griffin's first encounter with a white man take place?
(a) In the street.
(b) On the bus.
(c) A restaurant.
(d) A streetcar.

10. In the third section of the book, what school does Griffin visit?
(a) Dillard University.
(b) Tulane University.
(c) The University of New Orleans.
(d) Xavier University of Louisiana.

11. How does Sterling Williams treat Griffin the second time they meet?
(a) He treats him like any other customer.
(b) He is suspicious of Griffin.
(c) He is friendly and open with Griffin.
(d) He ignores him.

12. According to Griffin, what do Southern whites say about the relationship between blacks and whites?
(a) It is an abusive relationship.
(b) It is an unfair relationship.
(c) It is a healthy relationship.
(d) It is an invisible relationship.

13. What is the name of the public space that Griffin sits down in after his walk, during the third section of the book?
(a) Bourbon Street.
(b) The French Market.
(c) Preservation Hall.
(d) Jackson Square.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. At the beginning of the second section of the book, how is Griffin feeling emotionally?

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

4. How is Griffin treated by the first black people he meets?

5. According to Griffin's observations, what do blacks do to make their lives better?

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