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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What reason does Richard give for leaving the South?
(a) To have more freedom
(b) To write
(c) To be near his mother
(d) To get married

2. How does Richard kill the kitten?
(a) Hangs it
(b) Burns it
(c) Shoots it
(d) Strangles it

3. What does Richard's mother arm him with to attack the boys?
(a) A tomahawk
(b) A gun
(c) A whip
(d) A stick

4. Why does Richard's boss fire him?
(a) He does not like his silent disapproval
(b) He is always late
(c) He is always reading
(d) He thinks he steals money

5. What does Granny do when Richard complains about her restrictions?
(a) Kisses him
(b) Slaps him
(c) Whips him
(d) Prays for him

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Richard's mother force him to do with the dead kitten?

2. What is the title of the short story that Richard writes?

3. Who does Richard learn that the whites have killed?

4. What does Richard like about his job selling newspapers?

5. What does Richard pawn in this chapter?

(see the answer key)

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