1. Why does Jones find so much comfort in the dark basement of the apartment building?
(a) He likes the silence it offers.
(b) He likes the cloak of darkness.
(c) He feels invisible there.
(d) He has spent so much time in similar places.

2. According to Granny, how do the meats in the butcher shop keep their fresh color?
(a) She says that the butchers freeze the meat nightly.
(b) She says that the butchers only display the freshest meat.
(c) She says that the butchers use food coloring.
(d) She says that butchers in Harlem use embalming fluid to give the meat a nice fresh color.

3. How have Min's views on paying rent changed since the beginning of the book?
(a) Min used to think that paying rent was so important, now she knows that having room to breathe is far more important.
(b) Min used to think that paying rent was too difficult, now she believes she can do it.
(c) Min used to think that paying rent was a man's job, now she sees that it's a woman's job.
(d) Min used to think paying rent was a waste of time, now she sees why it's necessary.

4. What does Jones do when Lutie tries to unchain him in her dream?
(a) He eats her arm with his dog mouth.
(b) He tries to kiss her.
(c) He thanks her profusely.
(d) He places her in the chains.

5. What does Jones believe about the cross hanging over Min's bed?
(a) He believes that it will cause him to die.
(b) He believes that it stands between him and Lutie.
(c) He believes that it is encouraging Min to leave him.
(d) He believes that it is evil.