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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. The overwrought expression of which emotion causes Bentley's death, according to the narrator?
(a) Envy.
(b) Rage.
(c) Despair.
(d) Sorrow.

2. How many numbered entries are contained within the story entitled "The Eatonville Anthology"?
(a) 10.
(b) 14.
(c) 8.
(d) 21.

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

4. To which state does the husband in "Monkey Junk" return at the end of the story?
(a) Alabama.
(b) Georgia.
(c) California.
(d) New York.

5. As depicted in "The Bone of Contention," men living in Eatonville gather at Joe Clarke's store to socialize, though they use what errand as an excuse?
(a) Buying nightcrawlers.
(b) Buying milk.
(c) Buying butter.
(d) Waiting for the mail.

Short Answer Questions

1. For how many years has Delia been working long hours in her current position?

2. In what receptacle does Sykes hide a snake in hopes of killing Delia in the story entitled "Sweat"?

3. When John begs for the chance to travel for a number of years, how many years does he mention?

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

5. The scene in "Sweat" that first depicts the group of men on the porch of Joe Clarke's store takes place in which month?

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