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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Passing, Part Two, Chapters Three and Four.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Brian demands that Irene not
(a) Molly-coddle their son.
(b) Talk of sex at the table.
(c) Divert him from complaining about his job.
(d) Talk to him so much.

2. Helga has trouble finding work because she
(a) Tries too hard.
(b) Knows no one in Chicago.
(c) Has no references.
(d) Is too persistent.

3. Mrs. Hayes-Rore is
(a) A struggling actress.
(b) An activist for the Negro cause.
(c) An administrator for Chicago schools.
(d) An entertainer.

4. Helga projects a sense of
(a) Affluence.
(b) Poverty.
(c) Fear.
(d) Indifference.

5. Clare cries at the end of Chapter 4
(a) Because she plans to hurt the children.
(b) Because she is so happy to be there.
(c) For reasons we do not yet know.
(d) Because she knows she is leaving.

Short Answer Questions

1. Helga's hidden feeling about her lack of family is

2. In her illness, Helga is unable to

3. When Clare mentions she would do anything to get what she wants, it

4. Does Irene want Clare in her life again?

5. James Vayle feels it is important

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