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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 13: The Iceberg.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Iceberg Slim's, or "Slim's," coke habit a secret?
(a) He doesn't want to get arrested.
(b) It may be perceived as a weakness.
(c) He doesn't want Runt to know.
(d) He thinks it doesn't fit his image.

2. After beating Runt with a wire, how does Blood respond to his own reaction?
(a) Cries and nurses her wounds.
(b) Contemptuously.
(c) Contemplates suicide.
(d) Throws her out on the street so he doesn't have to look at her.

3. Before marrying a rich man, what was Pepper doing?
(a) Hair styling.
(b) Prostitution.
(c) Modeling.
(d) Drug dealing.

4. When Bobby gets out of Reformatory, where is Mama working?
(a) Chicago hotel.
(b) Minneapolis hotel.
(c) Minneapolis beauty shop.
(d) Indianapolis hair salon.

5. Who introduces professional pimping into Blood's life?
(a) Weeping Shorty.
(b) Golden Jive.
(c) Iceberg Slim.
(d) Diamond Cat.

Short Answer Questions

1. Pepper turns the tables on the con Blood attempts and accuses him of what?

2. Which restaurant is introduced in Chapter 8 that will become a fixture in Runt and Blood's lives?

3. The failed con with Pepper reinforces what in Blood's mind?

4. Why does Blood beat Runt after her first night of work?

5. What does Runt complain about to Blood when he returns from Sweet Jones' house and discovers she hasn't left to start working?

(see the answer key)

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