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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 35. Prudjudice Against Color.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who complains about delivering meals to Linda?
(a) The white waiters.
(b) The other train passengers.
(c) The servants.
(d) The other nursemaids.

2. Who is Linda mad at for allowing themselves to be treated as second-class citizens?
(a) The escaped slave community.
(b) The Irish community.
(c) The African-American community.
(d) The nursemaid community.

3. After Linda's reprimands, where does she begin having her meals?
(a) In the 'Jim Crowe' cars.
(b) Linda stopped eating.
(c) In her room.
(d) Outside.

4. Why is Linda reprimanded for sitting with her employers at meal times?
(a) The other passengers complained.
(b) The family forbade her to sit with them.
(c) The tables were 'white only'.
(d) The other nursemaids thought she was rude.

5. Why doesn't Linda believe Dr. Flint's threats and promises?
(a) Linda knew his wife would not let him keep his promises.
(b) Linda was afraid to believe his promises.
(c) Linda knows he is dishonest.
(d) Dr. Flint never threatened or promised her anything.

Short Answer Questions

1. Linda's second child reveals the identity of which character?

2. Where is Ellen sent to live?

3. Who does not remember Linda?

4. Who does Linda send to try to dissuade Mr. Sands from his plans for her children?

5. Why doesn't Linda give her children their father's last name?

(see the answer key)

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