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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Parts 6-7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which one of the following was a treat the sisters would make for the neighborhood children?
(a) Homemade potato chips.
(b) Doughnuts.
(c) Popcorn.
(d) Taffy.

2. The family was worried when the nephew went from the family home in Harlem to boot camp in which Southern state?
(a) North Carolina.
(b) Georgia.
(c) Louisiana.
(d) Texas.

3. Bessie jokes about arriving at which place?
(a) The White House.
(b) Pearly Gates.
(c) Macy's.
(d) The homestead.

4. After Sadie graduated from St. Aug's, Henry told her that she owed it to her ______ to go on to get a higher education.
(a) Future students.
(b) Parents.
(c) Nation.
(d) Siblings.

5. Which of the other children was the same age as the little boy?
(a) Henry.
(b) Anna.
(c) Jenny.
(d) Harry.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was the name of the sisters' father?

2. Bessie objects to which of the following due to her age?

3. Which city was the site of major activity in the Civil Rights Movement?

4. How old was Bessie when she retired?

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

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