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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 1 - 3 .

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Robbie's grandfather beg him not to underestimate in his letter?
(a) The power/ danger of this moment.
(b) The ruthlessness of those in authority.
(c) The beauty of this moment.
(d) J.'s strength and resourcefulness.

2. What parenthetical compliments does Robbie's grandfather bestow on him when giving him advice?
(a) Dashing, strong, best of friend.
(b) Intelligent, good looking, perpetual delight to know.
(c) Charming, good-humored, kind to all.
(d) Humorous, kind-hearted, easy going.

3. What did an officer say to Robbie's grandfather after pulling him over for no reason?
(a) Stop reading the paper.
(b) Stay off the road.
(c) Stay home and stay quiet.
(d) Stay off the computer.

4. What happened to a lawyer Robbie's grandfather knew after opposing an "ouster of sitting judges" (2)?
(a) He was crucified in the press and people defaced his property.
(b) He disappeared and was never heard from again.
(c) He was lauded in the press for his bravery.
(d) He was forced to leave the country.

5. What does Robbie's grandfather say those in power think regarding being in this country?
(a) It is every citizen's duty to care for one another.
(b) It is a privilege not a right.
(c) It is the right of anyone who wants to be here.
(d) It is a privilege for those who can pay for it.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Robbie's grandfather describe the cop who pulled him over?

2. What does Robbie's grandfather suggest they must try to do "to avoid as much unpleasantness and future harm as possible" (3)?

3. What does Robbie's grandfather do to keep some of his communication private?

4. Why does Robbie's grandfather say he is "touched" (3)?

5. The letter writer is responding to what from the recipient?

(see the answer key)

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