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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Helga shows up at the mission
(a) Looking for a way to die.
(b) Ready to receive God.
(c) Wet and disoriented.
(d) Wishing to find friends.

2. Olsen thinks Helga's surprise at his proposal is
(a) Cute.
(b) Ridiculous.
(c) Funny.
(d) Feigned.

3. What the Dahls have wanted all along was
(a) A better understanding of Helga.
(b) An artist in the family.
(c) For Helga to marry.
(d) For Helga to leave.

4. Helga Crane loves
(a) Classical music.
(b) Beauty and beautiful things.
(c) Being black and educated.
(d) Teaching.

5. Why does Irene bring up Junior's exposure to sexually tainted jokes?
(a) She is being suggestive.
(b) She hopes it will spark some life in his eyes.
(c) She is trying to divert Brian's attention.
(d) She wants to punish Brian.

Short Answer Questions

1. Her decision to marry Pleasant Green is Helga's way of

2. What disturbs Helga about her conversation with Dr. Anderson?

3. Helga has found peace and contentment in

4. James Vayle is clearly

5. Irene is determined to keep her life

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