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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Baldwin, how did an American Negro view another American Negro in Paris during the 1940s and 50s?
(a) A source of sadness.
(b) A source of rage.
(c) A source of joy.
(d) A source of knowledge.

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

3. How far was the Fresnes prison from Paris?
(a) Ten Kilometers.
(b) Sixteen Kilometers.
(c) Fourteen Kilometers.
(d) Twelve Kilometers.

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

5. What was the profession of Baldwin's father?
(a) Politician.
(b) Musician.
(c) Minister.
(d) Hotel Attendant.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long had Baldwin been gone from home when his father passed away?

2. What does Baldwin say must sustain the American Negro in the present?

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

4. What is the population of the town at the foot of the mountain, where many of the Swiss villagers shop and go to the movies?

5. In the chapter, A Question of Identity, how does Baldwin learn about his struggle for identity in the world?

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