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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Introduction, "John Redding Goes to Sea," "The Conversion of Sam," and "A Bit of Harlem".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the story entitled "The Conversion of Sam," what type of establishment does Jim own with his wife Mattie?
(a) A restaurant.
(b) A nightclub.
(c) A brothel.
(d) A bookstore.

2. John agrees to help save what type of structure in the face of an approaching storm?
(a) A bus depot.
(b) A bridge.
(c) A train platform.
(d) A water tower.

3. By what percentage does Jim and Mattie's business grow after Stella becomes their employee?
(a) 75.
(b) 100.
(c) 25.
(d) 50.

4. Stella and Sam get married in which month of the year?
(a) November.
(b) September.
(c) April.
(d) June.

5. Which character rails against John's announcement that he intends to join the Navy?
(a) Stella.
(b) Jackson.
(c) Matty.
(d) Alfred.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Which member of the family disapproves of John's desire to travel?

3. Stella is badly injured during an encounter with what type of vehicle?

4. In which season does John marry Stella?

5. How old is John at the beginning of the story entitled "John Redding Goes to Sea"?

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