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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Parts 3-4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to the book, the Delanys were referred to as being at the top of black ______.
(a) Politicians.
(b) Intelligentsia.
(c) Celebrities.
(d) Standards.

2. What was the surname of the author that wrote about the Delanys?
(a) Buckley.
(b) Burke.
(c) Bronson.
(d) Badger.

3. In what month was Sadie born?
(a) July.
(b) April.
(c) September.
(d) November.

4. What was the name of the town where Nanny's sister lived?
(a) Port Royal.
(b) Lynch's Station.
(c) Brown Mountain.
(d) Harper's Ferry.

5. The sisters absolutely refuse to have a ____.
(a) Car.
(b) Computer.
(c) Helper.
(d) Phone.

Short Answer Questions

1. Approximately how old was Mr. Delany when he was offered the chance to go to college?

2. In which state was this town located?

3. The women rarely used which of the following?

4. Where did the sisters live?

5. Mr. Delany often told Bessie that she could catch more flies with ____ than with vinegar.

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