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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. 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.

2. According to Griffin's observations, what do blacks feel they cannot do?
(a) Sit anywhere on the bus.
(b) Heighten their place among other blacks.
(c) Be treated with respect by anyone.
(d) Heighten their place in society.

3. What does Griffin say is the biggest problem blacks have?
(a) Their living conditions.
(b) Their relationship with whites.
(c) Their lack of unity.
(d) Their self respect.

4. To which state does Griffin travel first?
(a) Alabama.
(b) Florida.
(c) Mississippi.
(d) Louisiana.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What experience do Griffin and Mr. Gayle agree will help blacks reach equality with whites?

2. What is the name of the black magazine Griffin's friend owns?

3. What city does Griffin walk through during his skin treatment?

4. Where does Griffin speak with Mr. Gayle in the beginning of the third section of the book?

5. At the end of the first section of the book, how does Griffin's commentary change?

Short Essay Questions

1. What makes Griffin decide to become a black man?

2. According to Griffin, how do Southern whites view the relationship between races?

3. How do A. L. Davis and Mr. Gayle feel about Griffin's views about "the problem" of blacks?

4. How does Griffin say he will react if anyone asks who he is during his journey?

5. Why do you think Sterling and his friend Joe taunt the homeless man on the street?

6. Do other people support Griffin when he tells them about his project?

7. How do you think Griffin feels emotionally at the end of this section?

8. What is Griffin comforted by after he has trouble finding a job?

9. What are three jobs that Griffin tries to get as a black man in the third section of the book?

10. What is one of the major themes found in the section section of the book?

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