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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Papa do when he hears the news?
(a) He begins a new search.
(b) He goes to find out more.
(c) He waits to hear more.
(d) He tells the Sheriff.

2. Why does Moe Turner walk three hours every weekday?
(a) To earn extra money taking supplies to the farmers.
(b) To get an education and have a better life than his father.
(c) To get to and from his work so he can help his family.
(d) He wants to stay in shape.

3. How does the Sheriff refer to the union that is forming?
(a) A big mistake.
(b) A negro conspiracy.
(c) An illegal activity.
(d) A socialist conspiracy.

4. Why did Wordell kill the cat?
(a) The cat had rabies.
(b) He didn't kill the cat - the dog did.
(c) He hates cats.
(d) The cat killed the bird he was nursing.

5. Who does Mr. Farnsworth say beat him up?
(a) Papa and Uncle Hammer.
(b) Black men.
(c) Strangers.
(d) White men.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens to TJ Avery's appeal for a new trial?

2. What happens to Cassie during canning season?

3. What happens during Cassie's illness?

4. Who do Mama and Big Ma think will give Mrs. Lee Annie trouble if she goes through with her plans?

5. What is the consequence of Papa's decision to quit the government program?

(see the answer key)

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