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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Irene conclude that Brian and Clare are having an affair?
(a) Brian invited Clare to tea.
(b) Clare tells her.
(c) Her children tell her.
(d) Hugh Wentworth tells her.

2. Anne secretly knows that Dr. Anderson might
(a) Have a split personality.
(b) Cheat on her throughout their marriage.
(c) Lose his job and become dependent.
(d) Lose his willpower when it comes to Helga.

3. The painter, Herr Olsen, finds Helga's looks to be
(a) Odd and almost frightening.
(b) Somewhat sleazy.
(c) Amazing and marvelous.
(d) Unusual and fearsome.

4. The rejection Helga held earlier for America has turned to
(a) Homesickness.
(b) A hatred of Harlem.
(c) A wish for more money.
(d) A repugnance of Negroes.

5. Irene is determined to keep her life
(a) Wild and carefree.
(b) Orderly and managed.
(c) Spontaneous and fun.
(d) Peaceful and serene.

Short Answer Questions

1. Olsen thinks Helga's surprise at his proposal is

2. When Dr. Anderson makes an assumption about her background, Helga

3. Helga projects a sense of

4. Why does her uncle's wife reject Helga?

5. Helga's attitude toward Negro "uplift" has turned to

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