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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2: Chapter 11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Raymond decide to become at the beginning of the chapter?
(a) An actor
(b) A farmer
(c) A writer
(d) A soldier

2. Who sets fire to the house in Chapter 2?
(a) Junior
(b) Raymond
(c) Essie
(d) Adline

3. What organization does Anne hear about in this chapter?
(a) The RSPCB
(b) The suffragettes
(c) The NAACP
(d) The RSPCA

4. Why does Essie think her family holds a position of honor in their new neighborhood?
(a) They have a new toilet.
(b) They are the only black family.
(c) They are the largest family.
(d) They are the only family with an education.

5. How is Jennie Ann related to Essie?
(a) Her half sister
(b) Her niece
(c) Her sister
(d) Her cousin

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Essie Mae spend most of her time hiding at school?

2. Who buys Essie a new dress in this chapter?

3. Who does Mama marry in this chapter?

4. How are Ed's younger brothers different from the rest of the family?

5. For what does Miss Claiborne give Essie $12?

(see the answer key)

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