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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Parts 1-2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Mr. Delany often told Bessie that she could catch more flies with ____ than with vinegar.
(a) Sugar.
(b) Molasses.
(c) Honey.
(d) Salt.

2. In what year was Sadie born?
(a) 1893.
(b) 1886.
(c) 1889.
(d) 1891.

3. What was the profession for Mr. Delany?
(a) Bishop.
(b) Clerk.
(c) Lawyer.
(d) Doctor.

4. Where was Henry Delany born?
(a) Arkansas.
(b) Louisiana.
(c) Georgia.
(d) Mississippi.

5. What was the name of the sisters' father?
(a) Henry.
(b) Joseph.
(c) Alan.
(d) George.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where did the sisters live?

2. How many of the children went to college?

3. Which of the professions is not mentioned by Bessie when she talks about blacks being the backbone of the country?

4. What is the name of Nanny's sister?

5. How old is Bessie?

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