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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What metaphor does Laura use to describe her condition?
(a) a torn dress.
(b) a dress that is mended many times.
(c) a dress that is past mending.
(d) a lot of rags tied together.

2. What is the name given to Malcolm during a fist fight in prison?
(a) Loser.
(b) Champ.
(c) Slugger.
(d) Satan.

3. What happens to Earl Little?
(a) he is run over by a trolley.
(b) he is drowned in the ocean.
(c) he is hanged by the Klan.
(d) he has a massive heart attack.

4. What does Laura find out about Malcolm as they visit?
(a) that Malcolm is now married.
(b) that Malcolm is a Muslim minister.
(c) that Malcolm is hiding from the law.
(d) that Malcolm is running dope.

5. What does Malcolm's father believe is the real homeland of his people in America?
(a) Africa.
(b) the State of Georgia.
(c) the North of the United States.
(d) the Caribbean Islands.

Short Answer Questions

1. what are some of the menial jobs Malcolm has?

2. How does Laura say Malcolm could have saved her once?

3. Who lights Malcolm's cigarette when his hand is bandaged?

4. Why does Malcolm think Shorty wants to set him up with a particular woman?

5. What is the symbolism of the new glasses and a pawnshop watch lying on a towel?

(see the answer key)

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