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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 21 and 22.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Jones try to contact on his break in Chapter 18?
(a) Alice.
(b) Madge.
(c) Stella.
(d) Polly.

2. What did Himes steal from the wealthy elderly couple?
(a) Food.
(b) Paintings.
(c) Books.
(d) Jewels.

3. What is the name of the light colored girl in Alice's sitting room?
(a) Molly.
(b) Polly.
(c) Denise.
(d) Cleo.

4. Who taunts Jones in Chapter 21?
(a) Madge.
(b) The construction workers.
(c) The security guards.
(d) Herbie.

5. Which of his co-workers does Jones talk to Alice about?
(a) McBane.
(b) Janice.
(c) Madge.
(d) Kelly.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of Himes' favorite brother?

2. What did Himes say was his advantage over the other black convicts?

3. What does Black Boy kill Marie with?

4. What does Jones decide is the only thing he ever wanted?

5. What thought does Jones say keeps him happy through dinner?

(see the answer key)

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