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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through "Muttsy," "Sweat," "Under the Bridge," and "'Possum or Pig?".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what receptacle does Sykes hide a snake in hopes of killing Delia in the story entitled "Sweat"?
(a) A washtub.
(b) A hamper.
(c) A trash can.
(d) A bucket.

2. In what location does the story entitled "Muttsy" take place?
(a) Sanford.
(b) Eatonville.
(c) Orlando.
(d) Harlem.

3. What sort of the malady does the boy at the center of the story "A Bit of Harlem" have?
(a) Scurvy.
(b) A hunchback.
(c) Epilepsy.
(d) Asthma.

4. Which member of the family disapproves of John's desire to travel?
(a) His uncle.
(b) His mother.
(c) His older brother.
(d) His father.

5. Which type of wood is NOT mentioned when Isis watches her grandmother gathering a collection of switches?
(a) Apple.
(b) Cherry.
(c) Guana.
(d) Peach.

Short Answer Questions

1. For how many weeks did Artie sulk "in silence" (152) when Luke first got married?

2. Which character promises to secure a steady job for Pinkie when she expresses the desire to get one?

3. How many stories in total are presented within the collection Hitting a Straight Lick With a Crooked Stick?

4. What action is Pinkie taking when Muttsy slips a diamond ring on her finger?

5. What sort of establishment does Ma Turner run?

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