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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. When does the Dead family take its weekly drives?
(a) Tuesday
(b) Monday
(c) Saturday
(d) Sunday

2. Who prevented Macon from attempting to miscarry Milkman when he was in the womb?
(a) Rena
(b) Ruth
(c) Circe
(d) Pilate

3. How does Milkman describe his relationship with Hagar?
(a) Abusive
(b) Love
(c) Exciting
(d) Not fulfilling

4. What did Pilate use to protect Ruth and her unborn son?
(a) Voodoo
(b) Songs
(c) Wine
(d) Poultices

5. What is Milkman's job as he works with his father?
(a) Security
(b) Secretary
(c) Messenger
(d) Rent collector

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Milkman becoming worried about?

2. Regarding Hagar: The fact that she is so _____ to sleep with robs Milkman of the pleasure that should come with sex.

3. Why does Milkman do things to be unlike his father?

4. What kind of car does the Dead family own?

5. Who is Milkman's best friend?

(see the answer key)

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