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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Janelle Battle, p. 46 to Tyrone, p. 64.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Wesley describes writing a poem about what poet in "Wesley Bad Boy Boone"?
(a) Jupiter Hammon.
(b) Maya Angelou.
(c) Langston Hughes.
(d) Gwendolyn Brooks.

2. How tall is Diondra Jordan?
(a) 6'2".
(b) 5'9".
(c) 6'.
(d) 5'6".

3. Diondra says that her dad is not enthused about her artwork and wishes she'd do what instead, in "Diondra Jordan"?
(a) Play basketball.
(b) Play with her dolls.
(c) Go outside.
(d) Go to the library.

4. 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) Books on tape.
(c) Supergirl cape.
(d) X-ray glasses.

5. When was Langston Hughes born?
(a) 1922.
(b) 1894.
(c) 1915.
(d) 1902.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Judianne say every boy in school has a crush on in "Judianne Alexander"?

2. What intersection in Harlem is described in "Long Live Langston"?

3. What is the buoy called in the poem "Common Ground"?

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. Where does Devon sneak off to when he tells his friends he's going to basketball practice in "Devon Hope"?

(see the answer key)

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