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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does the narrator get past the drunken vet in the road?
(a) He claims to be someone of importance.
(b) He pretends he is about to run over the vet.
(c) He pays the vet a bribe.
(d) He tells him he has General Pershing in the car.

2. What is the real purpose of the Reverend's speech?
(a) To indoctrinate the students regarding the religion of the college.
(b) To help the students appreciate the Founder's real sacrifice
(c) To help the students understand how important the college is to the black community.
(d) To create a sense of awe in relation to Dr. Bledsoe

3. Of what does the vet accuse Mr. Norton?
(a) Of practicing racial prejudice
(b) Of treating the blacks unfairly
(c) Of treating the blacks like impersonal conquests
(d) Of failing to accomplish his mission for the college

4. What does the narrator discuss with the woman in his dream?
(a) responsibility
(b) fear
(c) freedom
(d) racism

5. How does the vet react when Mr. Norton tries to explain his interest in the college?
(a) The vet praises Mr. Norton.
(b) The vet accuses Mr. Norton of deception.
(c) The vet accuses Mr. Norton of ulterior motives.
(d) The vet mocks Mr. Norton.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Reverend Barbee, why does Dr. Bledsoe enjoy a position of apparent power?

2. What is the narrator's explanation for taking Mr. Norton to the Golden Day?

3. What had Mr. Trueblood done prior to his disgrace?

4. Where does the road in the college town ultimately lead?

5. Which of the following represents the narrator's philosophy?

(see the answer key)

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