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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 "Greenleaf," what relationship does the "colored man" on the Greenleaf boys' farm have with the Mays?
(a) He purchased an insurance policy from Scofield.
(b) He is responsible for the bull getting lose.
(c) He used to work for the Mays.
(d) He is a cousin to Mr. Greenleaf.

2. In the story "Everything That Rises Must Converge," what does Julian do when they get on the bus that embarrasses his mother?
(a) He sits next to a black man.
(b) He takes off his hat.
(c) He refuses to sit next to his mother.
(d) He loosens and takes off his tie.

3. In the story "Judgment Day," what does Foley predict will happen in the future?
(a) White people will work for black people.
(b) Tanner will be arrested for squatting on his land.
(c) Black people will work for white people.
(d) Black people will take over the government.

4. In "The Lame Shall Enter First," where did Sheppard meet Rufus Johnson?
(a) At a city park
(b) In prison
(c) On the street
(d) At a reformatory

5. In the story "Judgment Day," what does the black actor do the first time Tanner insults him?
(a) Beats him
(b) Pushes him down the stairs
(c) Slams him against a wall
(d) Talks to his daughter about Tanner's behavior

Short Answer Questions

1. In the story "The Comforts of Home," what is Star's real name?

2. In the story "Greenleaf," why does Mrs. May go to the Greenleaf boys' farm?

3. In the story "Everything That Rises Must Converge," what gives Julian's mother pleasure about his "success"?

4. In the story "Greenleaf," why does Mrs. May believe she suddenly becomes so tired?

5. In the story "Greenleaf," why is Mrs. May concerned about the bull being on her farm?

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