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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through "The Eatonville Anthology," "Book of Harlem," "The Book of Harlem," "The Back Room," and "Monkey Junk".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. For what position does Jim hire Stella when she asks for a job?
(a) Bartender.
(b) Waitress.
(c) Nanny.
(d) Clerk.

2. For how many years has Delia been working long hours in her current position?
(a) 9.
(b) 15.
(c) 24.
(d) 3.

3. What is the last name of the man named Beau who mistreats his woman in the story called "Black Death"?
(a) Blasky.
(b) Cornerstone.
(c) Diddely.
(d) Cartwright.

4. With which word meaning 'amen' does Hurston end the story entitled "MonkeyJunk"?
(a) Huzzah.
(b) Hallelujah.
(c) Selah.
(d) Hosannah.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. The final scene of the story "Under the Bridge" features Artie, Luke, and Vangie in what location?

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

3. Which type of wood is NOT mentioned when Isis watches her grandmother gathering a collection of switches?

4. What is the name of the local young woman Jazzbo's father recommends he date?

5. Jazzbo's father expresses dismay at his son's desire to seek a wife in which location?

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