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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 19, The Bloody Spanish Earth.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what community center does Langston become involved?
(a) The Carousel.
(b) The Huron Playhouse.
(c) The Croswell.
(d) The Karamu House.

2. What happens to the musical revue for which Langston works as a song lyricist?
(a) It is very successful.
(b) It closes after only one performance.
(c) It is never seen.
(d) It has a small amount of success.

3. What would Langston rather read?
(a) Non-fiction.
(b) Historical fiction.
(c) Science fiction.
(d) Fiction.

4. Why does Langston move to Cleveland?
(a) Langston's father finds work at a steel mill.
(b) Langston's mother has found work as a maid.
(c) Langston wants to attend Central High School.
(d) Langston's stepfather finds work at a steel mill.

5. When does Langston's mother send for him?
(a) When he is eight.
(b) When he is fourteen.
(c) When he is ten.
(d) When he is twelve.

Short Answer Questions

1. After his first year at Lincoln, where does Hughes rent a room for the summer?

2. What does Langston observe while working at a soda fountain?

3. What does this group of individuals decide to create?

4. Where is "The Weary Blues" published?

5. What does Langston think about the box of books he has brought for this journey?

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