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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part III (Harlem - The Lake).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who brings up the phrase "Double Nigger" in the story by the same title?
(a) Grease.
(b) Carl.
(c) Blue.
(d) Fish.

2. Who is supposed to come and bring Layton to his mother?
(a) Mr. Stubbs.
(b) His cousin.
(c) His grandfather.
(d) His father.

3. Who is the street prophet in "Harlem"?
(a) Elder Richards.
(b) Elder Fred.
(c) Elder Henry.
(d) Elder Dawud.

4. What do the three children look to cross in "The Crossing"?
(a) A treeline.
(b) A bridge.
(c) A mountain.
(d) A road.

5. What does Mr. Westland ask Johnny B to do for him before he is taken by the white men?
(a) Get a picture.
(b) Take some money.
(c) Tell Mr. Westland's son he is gone.
(d) Run.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who kills Nathan's dog in "Children of the Son"?

2. What state does Layton live in?

3. Who does Layton live with?

4. Who was in the valley of dry bones, according to Headye?

5. What does Layton plan to, but then never give, the object of his affection in "A Boll of Roses"?

(see the answer key)

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