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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through A Question of Identity.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Baldwin, what does not exist among American students in Paris in the 1950s?
(a) An educational experience.
(b) A worthwhile experience.
(c) A different experience.
(d) A common experience.

2. Who played the villainous second male lead in Carmen Jones?
(a) Harry Belafonte.
(b) Joe Adams.
(c) Sidney Poitier.
(d) Sammy Davis, Jr.

3. Who had the money to pay for the Melodeers' accommodations in Atlanta?
(a) Clarance Warde.
(b) Henry Wallace.
(c) Louis Burner.
(d) Mrs. Brandon Price.

4. Who played the lead role of Carmen in the film Carmen Jones?
(a) Lena Horne.
(b) Dorothy Dandridge.
(c) Carmen Jones.
(d) Pearl Bailey.

5. Who was the presidential candidate representing the Progressive Party at the time Baldwin wrote this essay?
(a) James Jordan.
(b) Henry Wallace.
(c) Clarence Warde.
(d) Paul Roberson.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Baldwin, what was the legend of Paris?

2. How long did the quartet's trip to Atlanta last?

3. What war is discussed in the chapter entitled A Question of Identity?

4. What did the parents of the Melodeers oppose prior to their departure for Atlanta?

5. Of all Americans, who does Baldwin say Negroes distrust the most?

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