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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Fugitive Poems.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who meets in the sanctuary in "The Triumph Aster"?
(a) Children.
(b) A man and woman.
(c) East and West.
(d) North and South.

2. What concept does the poem "Tempo Primo" discuss?
(a) The new black man.
(b) Future versus past.
(c) The harlem pride.
(d) Education in America.

3. In "A Long Head to a Round Head," what is intriguing about the animals?
(a) They speak latin.
(b) They can fly.
(c) They can adapt to their environment.
(d) They change shape.

4. What does the black man want in "Tempo Primo"?
(a) Wealth.
(b) A better tomorrow.
(c) Justice.
(d) Fame.

5. Where does the poem "The Bard of Addis Ababa" take place?
(a) Russia.
(b) France.
(c) Africa.
(d) Alaska.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Tolson compare Crispus Attucks to?

2. What does the poet compare the foundation of America to in "Larghetto"?

3. What time period does "Lento Grave" discuss?

4. What are the two ways of life according to "E.&O.E."?

5. What animal is in "A Long Head to a Round Head"?

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