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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Foreward and Chapters 1-4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How far did Hinton and Lester had to walk home when they were in high school?
(a) 6 miles.
(b) 5 miles.
(c) 4 miles.
(d) 3 miles.

2. What size was the cell where Hinton spent his time?
(a) 5 feet by 7 feet.
(b) 4 feet by 6 feet.
(c) 6 feet by 8 feet.
(d) 3 feet by 5 feet.

3. What was the name of the mine that Hinton worked in?
(a) Dogwood Mine.
(b) Barnes Mine.
(c) Gillispie Mine.
(d) Mary Lee Mine.

4. In July of 1985, what was the name of the girl Hinton was dating?
(a) Margaret.
(b) Louisa.
(c) Sylvia.
(d) Barbara.

5. Who keeps saying "Amen" when Hinton testifies?
(a) Lester.
(b) His sister.
(c) Rosemary.
(d) Hinton's mother.

Short Answer Questions

1. What year did Hinton and his family have to leave Praco?

2. How many men did Hinton see executed during his time on death row?

3. To what prison was Hinton sent?

4. From where were Hinton and the other Black kids bussed when the county integrated the schools when he was in high school?

5. What course did Hinton remember taking in high school that he enjoyed?

(see the answer key)

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