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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Sheila, p. 133 to Tyrone, p. 145.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How long ago did Steve's dad announce the family was moving in "Steve Ericson"?
(a) 2 months.
(b) 9 days.
(c) 4 months.
(d) 2 weeks.

2. In his commentary after the poem "The Door," Tyrone says the newspaper said the poetry was what in addition to "rich in positive messages"?
(a) Truthful.
(b) Mezmerizing.
(c) Energetic.
(d) Authentic.

3. Where does Janelle work as a tutor in "Janelle"?
(a) The high school.
(b) The public library.
(c) The middle school.
(d) A private school.

4. Who does Tyrone say he had "figured him for a lightweight do-gooder who would last about five minutes in this neighborhood"?
(a) Steve.
(b) Mr. Ward.
(c) Wesley.
(d) Raynard.

5. What does the newspaper headline say which Mr. Ward brings and shows the class?
(a) "Creativity Thrives in Poor Neighborhood."
(b) "Youthful Talent."
(c) "Student Poets Bloom in the Bronx."
(d) "Inner City Gold."

Short Answer Questions

1. In his commentary on "Ode to Stone," Tyrone says "Man! That girl is as cold as" what?

2. What "infantile game" does Sterling say the guys at school are always trying to draw him into in "Sterling S. Hughes"?

3. What did Amy get sick with and have to go to the hospital for two years ago in "Amy Moscowitz"?

4. Who was the author of "Home to Harlem" in 1928?

5. What is the last line of "The Door"?

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