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

2. Who helps Griffin darken his skin?
(a) A friend.
(b) A doctor.
(c) The magazine owner.
(d) His wife.

3. What experience do Griffin and Mr. Gayle agree will help blacks reach equality with whites?
(a) Education.
(b) Riots.
(c) Farming.
(d) Public disturbances.

4. At the start of the book, how can Griffin's point of view be best described?
(a) That of a black man.
(b) That of a priest.
(c) That of personal experience.
(d) That of an observer.

5. In what year was Black Like Me originally published?
(a) 1960.
(b) 1970.
(c) 1980.
(d) 1950.

Short Answer Questions

1. While Griffin is traveling on public transportation, a white woman looks at Griffin. What type of emotion does Griffin feel this look conveys?

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

3. Where is the first location Griffin goes to, immediately after his transformation?

4. Which of these is not a reaction of Griffin's wife when he tells her of his plan?

5. Where does Griffin stay while he undergoes his treatment to become black?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is J.P. Guillory confused when he hears Griffin's name?

2. What do Griffin and Mr. Gayle say about equality in the job market?

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

4. What does Griffin observe about blacks' survival techniques among one another?

5. How do you think Griffin feels physically at the end of this section?

6. Describe Griffin's skin treatments in New Orleans.

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

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

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

10. Describe Griffin's emotions after his skin transformation is complete.

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