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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapter 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Macon Dead do for work?
(a) Insurance agent
(b) Real estate agent
(c) Handyman
(d) Landlord

2. Macon discovers Ruth naked in the bed next to her father's dead body. What is she doing?
(a) Sucking his fingers
(b) Reading
(c) Sleeping
(d) Laughing

3. Which of these women does not sing in the group when Milkman visits?
(a) Ruth
(b) Reba
(c) Hagar
(d) Pilate

4. What is Hagar's relationship to Milkman?
(a) Brother
(b) Friend
(c) Aunt
(d) Cousin

5. What does Macon do to keep Milkman out of trouble?
(a) Lets him do whatever he wants
(b) Offers to teach him the business
(c) Sends him away
(d) Grounds him

Short Answer Questions

1. Who prevented Macon from attempting to miscarry Milkman when he was in the womb?

2. What is the name of the baby delivered in #6?

3. How old is Milkman when he is out buying Christmas presents for everyone?

4. Who does Pilate tell Ruth she believes will save Milkman's life one day?

5. Where does Hagar hit Milkman?

(see the answer key)

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