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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Hoodoo, Chapters 1 through 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 7, someone is teased for not wanting to shoot ________________.
(a) His neighbor.
(b) A robber.
(c) A bear.
(d) A gun.

2. What does it mean if it rains at a funeral?
(a) God is happy.
(b) A storm is coming.
(c) God is displeased.
(d) The angels are sad.

3. In Chapter 4, where does Hurston initially plan to follow the men to work?
(a) The swamp.
(b) The mill.
(c) The mall.
(d) The beach.

4. Why did the man in Chapter 2 know he was not meant to be a preacher?
(a) He ate two chickens instead of four.
(b) He slept through church.
(c) He did land on the other side of the log.
(d) He didn't hear his voice in the well.

5. Who is the rude person that the person who died in Johnstown flood encounters?
(a) Noah.
(b) God.
(c) Henry.
(d) Mary.

Short Answer Questions

1. "Flutter bys" later become known as ____________.

2. What does Hurston believe must occur before justice is reached?

3. What does Hurston want to make sure she studies in Chapter 1 of Hoodoo?

4. How long does the "toe party" last?

5. Whom does John trick into holding the animal in the field?

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