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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Tell whom the lone witness to Bigger's crime is?
(a) Mrs. Dalton
(b) The Dalton's white cat.
(c) A neighbor peeking out their window
(d) Peggy the housekeeper

2. On Bigger's first night at work, what does he, Mary and Jan do as they drive around the park?
(a) Get drunk and read pamphlets
(b) Drink until they all pass out.
(c) Talk about Mary's upcoming trip.
(d) Drink beer, rum and talk about communism.

3. How does Bigger feel when he enters the Dalton home for the very first time?
(a) Uncomfortable
(b) Indifferent
(c) Lucky
(d) Worried

4. Where is Mary Dalton expected to go on the day after Bigger is hired by her father?
(a) Detroit
(b) University
(c) To a union meeting
(d) To a communist rally

5. What does Bigger do after he puts Mary to bed?
(a) He kisses her
(b) He covers her
(c) He leaves her alone
(d) He puts her into her nightgown

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the theme of the movie Bigger and Jack go to see?

2. What does Mrs. Thomas want Bigger to do to help the family?

3. What does Bigger daydream about during the second movie?

4. How does Bigger get Mary to her room without disturbing anyone?

5. What kind of relationship does Bigger have with Gus?

(see the answer key)

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