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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Truman Held: Truman and Lynne: Time in the South, Of Bitches and Wives, and The New York Times.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was Meridian's mother's profession?
(a) Receptionist.
(b) Cook.
(c) Teacher.
(d) Nurse.

2. What color light does Meridian begin to see?
(a) Blue.
(b) Pink.
(c) Gold.
(d) Lavendar.

3. How does Meridian feel when she learns she is pregnant?
(a) She is scared.
(b) She is sad.
(c) She is shocked.
(d) She is happy.

4. What does Anne-Marion tell Meridian when she leaves her?
(a) She is a drag.
(b) She is beautiful.
(c) She is inspired.
(d) She is obsolete.

5. Why does Tommy Odds berate Truman?
(a) For dropping out of college.
(b) For not marrying Meridian.
(c) For being with a white woman.
(d) For being a coward.

Short Answer Questions

1. Meridian tells Truman that he looks like ______________.

2. What are Anne-Marion's religious beliefs?

3. What does Meridian achieve through her illness?

4. Why does a doctor offer to tie Meridian's tubes?

5. What is notable about Meridian's mother's preacher's voice?

(see the answer key)

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