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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II, Big Sea, Don't Hit a Woman—Distinguished Visitor.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happened to the S. S. Malone on its voyage home from Africa?
(a) It encountered smooth waters and had a pleasant trip home.
(b) It made so many stops that it ended up days behind schedule.
(c) It encountered a violent storm and left some passengers very ill.
(d) It nearly ran aground at two or three points in the journey.

2. How did the missionaries aboard the S.S. Malone react to their passage to Africa upon the ship?
(a) They booked passage home on the S.S. Malone.
(b) They complained to the main office and threatened to sue the company.
(c) They complained to the Maritime Board and to the governor of New York.
(d) They wrote letters commending the captain for the good spirit on his ship.

3. What did Hughes's ship take from Africa back to the United States?
(a) Palm oil, cocoa beans, and mahogany.
(b) Silver, gold, and diamonds.
(c) Mahogany, ammunition, and gold.
(d) Spices, clothing, and mahogany.

4. In whose honor was the first burial at sea Hughes participated in?
(a) His roomate George.
(b) The Chief Steward.
(c) The Chief Engineer of his ship.
(d) His friend Francis Carco.

5. How did Hughes feel when he arrived in Harlem for the first time?
(a) Lost and confused.
(b) Nervous and uncertain.
(c) Happy and excited.
(d) Frightened and regretful.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happened when Hughes picked up Jocko at the pet shop?

2. About what incident did Hughes write the poem "African Fog?"

3. Where did Hughes find a job when he returned to New York?

4. How did Hughes obtain a sleeping car in San Antonio on his way to Cleveland?

5. What did Locke want to talk with Hughes about during their lunch together in Paris?

(see the answer key)

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