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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where did Baldwin live while in Paris?
(a) A rented apartment.
(b) French motels.
(c) The home of French friends.
(d) French hotels.

2. Where did Baldwin go after his father's funeral to celebrate his birthday?
(a) Downtown.
(b) Harlem.
(c) Atlanta.
(d) Atlantic City.

3. According to Baldwin, what is afforded to American students in Paris?
(a) Freedom.
(b) Equality.
(c) Irresponsibility.
(d) Responsibility.

4. What did Baldwin drink before his father's funeral?
(a) Whiskey.
(b) Gin.
(c) Milk.
(d) Tea.

5. Where does Baldwin stay while in Switzerland?
(a) A chalet.
(b) A tent.
(c) A hotel.
(d) A room in a church.

Short Answer Questions

1. Instead of discussing the past, what does Baldwin suggest the American Negro and Whites discuss while in Paris in the 1940s and 50s?

2. What prison was Baldwin's friend sent to that he was forbidden to enter?

3. Why does Baldwin assume that the Swiss village is not Protestant?

4. What term does Baldwin use to describe the lives of American student in Paris in the 1950s?

5. What does Baldwin assume is the main religion of the Swiss village?

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