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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3, Figure Wandering (cs. 5 & 6 inclusive).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did the Hurston family view the white man?
(a) They thought he was a spirit.
(b) They didn't like him.
(c) They soon forgot about him.
(d) They were grateful to him.

2. When Zora's mother went into labor, who was present?
(a) No one.
(b) Zora's siblings.
(c) The midwife.
(d) John Hurston.

3. Why are parents annoyed by children asking questions, according to Zora?
(a) Parents have to think about what they actually do know and what they don't know.
(b) Parents like to be quiet.
(c) The children won't listen to the answers.
(d) Children shouldn't know too much.

4. What role did the white man play in Zora's young life?
(a) He became her new father.
(b) He secretly paid for school.
(c) He acted as an Uncle.
(d) He acted as a bodyguard.

5. Where did the founders of Eatonville travel and find a colony?
(a) Africa.
(b) Brazil.
(c) New York.
(d) Canada.

Short Answer Questions

1. After Zora's mother gave birth, what did the white man do?

2. What still influenced Zora's mother's side of the family?

3. Why does Zora flash back to Zora's mother and grandmother?

4. How were women discussed by the people of Eatonville?

5. Where was Zora's father from?

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