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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. Anne's feelings about racism cause her to
(a) Reject blacks.
(b) Hate white people.
(c) Stay out of Harlem.
(d) Keep to herself.

2. Mrs. Hayes-Rore warns Helga not to mention
(a) That her mother was white.
(b) The relationship between the two.
(c) Her teaching background.
(d) That her mother has died.

3. Brian's comments about sex being a joke indicate that
(a) He is happy with his marriage.
(b) He and Irene don't have much of a sex life.
(c) He sees the humor in the jokes.
(d) He thinks sex is hilarious.

4. Anne Grey symbolizes
(a) The snobbery of New York city.
(b) What Helga wishes to be.
(c) Helga's worst stereotype.
(d) The depths to which Helga has sunk.

5. Dr. Anderson thinks that Helga's reaction to injustice is
(a) Unprofessional.
(b) Too sensitive.
(c) Appropriate.
(d) Ridiculous.

Short Answer Questions

1. When it comes to Dr. Anderson, Helga has now developed a vague sense of

2. At the tea, Clare is

3. The rejection Helga held earlier for America has turned to

4. When Helga sees Audrey Denny with Dr. Anderson, she feels

5. Why does Irene bring up Junior being exposed to sexually tinged jokes?

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