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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Abstracts.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the story "Everything That Rises Must Converge," how does Julian's mother characterize all children?
(a) White children are more precious to her than black children.
(b) They are all equal to her.
(c) They are all cute to her.
(d) They are the future of America.

2. In the story "Parker's Back," what draws Parker to the design he plans on having tattooed on his back?
(a) The burning bush
(b) Jesus' eyes
(c) The religious symbolism
(d) The crown of thorns

3. In the story "Parker's Back," what does Parker propose to try and encourage Sarah Ruth to look at his tattoos?
(a) Seeing the religious symbolism in his tattoos
(b) Getting a tattoo of her on his back
(c) Getting a tattoo of Jesus on his back
(d) Getting a tattoo of the Bible on his back

4. In "The Lame Shall Enter First," why does Rufus not want the shoe Sheppard has made for him?
(a) It does not fit him properly.
(b) He thinks it shows he favors Rufus over Norton.
(c) He believes it will hinder his ability to commit crimes.
(d) He says he has ways of getting the shoe if he wants it.

5. In the story "A View of the Woods," which of the following is not an aspect of Tilman's business?
(a) New car dealership
(b) Dance hall
(c) Gas station
(d) Grocery store

Short Answer Questions

1. In the story "The Enduring Chill," why does Asbury not want to see Dr. Block?

2. In the story "Parker's Back," where does Parker go after the tree catches on fire?

3. In the story "A View of the Woods," what does Pitts say to Mary Fortune before he whips her?

4. In the story "Judgment Day," why does Tanner not write his true feelings about NYC in his postcard to Coleman and Hooten ?

5. In the story "Parker's Back," which of the following is not something that bothers Parker about his wife?

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