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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the start of the book, how can Griffin's point of view be best described?

2. Which of these best describes the methods Griffin uses to darken his skin?

3. What is the race of Sterling Williams?

4. Who helps Griffin darken his skin?

5. After his transformation, where does Griffin's first encounter with a white man take place?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe Griffin's experience when he tries to sit on a bench in Jackson Square.

2. Why does the white woman yell at Griffin on the bus to Canal Street?

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

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

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

6. Describe Griffin's confrontation in the street toward the end of the second section of the book.

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

8. How does Sterling Williams react when Griffin reveals his identity?

9. Describe how Griffin feels when he leaves his hotel at the beginning of the second section.

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In many cases, Griffin learns that whites will show sympathy for blacks as individuals, but not as a larger group. Based on Griffin's observations, what is the logic behind this behavior? Use at least three examples from the text to support your response.

Essay Topic 2

Choose one of the following major characters and explain their role in the book. How is Griffin affected by this person? How would you characterize this person? Come to a conclusion about how the character advanced the book as a whole. Characters to choose from: Sterling Williams, Christophe, George Levitan, P.D. East.

Essay Topic 3

As a journalist, Griffin is drawn to many different types of writing in the book. Choose four publications Griffin comes across, describe their contents and purpose, and explain their impact on Griffin and his journey.

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