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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters VIII and IX.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Jake spend his free time in Chapter 5?
(a) Reading.
(b) Singing.
(c) Gambling.
(d) Dancing.

2. What does a yellow-skinned lover steal from Susy when he leaves her?
(a) Her poker chips.
(b) Her oven range.
(c) Her gin.
(d) Her savings.

3. What is Zeddy's role at Susy's parties?
(a) Card dealer.
(b) Susy's assistant.
(c) Singer and entertainer.
(d) Bartender.

4. Who does Jake live with in Chapter 5?
(a) Rose.
(b) Nije.
(c) Emily.
(d) Zeddy.

5. What is Miss Curdy's first name?
(a) Hattie.
(b) Bitty.
(c) Zora.
(d) Lavinia.

Short Answer Questions

1. What usually happened to Rose when her men found out about her other lovers?

2. Where does Jake put his suitcase for safe-keeping when he returns to Harlem?

3. What does Susy threaten two men with who get in a fight over a betting pot?

4. How long does Jake keep his new job in Chapter 5?

5. Why do Zeddy's friends laugh at him when he visits them?

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