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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Diondra Jordan p. 24 to Tyrone, p. 45.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Devon say "hardly speaks, and he never hangs with any of the brothers I know" in "Devon Hope"?
(a) Raynard.
(b) Sterling.
(c) Wesley.
(d) Tyrone.

2. What intersection in Harlem is described in "Long Live Langston"?
(a) 151st and Amsterdam Ave.
(b) 145th and Broadway.
(c) Lenox and 7th.
(d) Malcolm X Blvd and 128th.

3. In Tyrone's commentary following Diondra's poem "If," he says "If the sista read any faster, I'd be looking for her" what?
(a) Source of powers.
(b) Supergirl cape.
(c) Books on tape.
(d) X-ray glasses.

4. What does Wesley say his friend wants to be, but doesn't think he'll live long enough to achieve it in "Wesley Bad Boy Boone"?
(a) A football player.
(b) A basketball player.
(c) A hip-hop star.
(d) A doctor.

5. After reading his poem in class, Wesley is told by "Teach" that he still expects what from him in "Wesley Bad Boy Boone"?
(a) A perfect midterm.
(b) Honesty.
(c) An essay.
(d) One hundred percent.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "Wesley Bad Boy Boone," Wesley says he has the longest list of excuses for missing what?

2. When was Langston Hughes born?

3. The author describes painting a ribbon of what "on your windowsill" in "If"?

4. What refers to a famous time period in American history in which black writers, artists and musicians showcased their work in New York City?

5. Diondra says that her dad is not enthused about her artwork and wishes she'd do what instead, in "Diondra Jordan"?

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