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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Two.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. For what does Gunnar say he has been conscripted?
(a) As the epitome of a good African American.
(b) As a stand-up comedian.
(c) As the representative of his school at national debate trials.
(d) As the voice of all African Americans.

2. What does Gunnar think his school does to race?
(a) Makes it irrelevant.
(b) It has no bearing on race.
(c) Makes it very important.
(d) It makes it so unimportant it becomes important.

3. How do some of the children feel about the health exams?
(a) Afraid.
(b) Indifferent.
(c) Angry.
(d) Curious.

4. What must Gunnar do in school during Black History Month?
(a) Bring in a list of the Jim Crow laws.
(b) Write a report on Africa.
(c) Nothing.
(d) Chart his family tree.

5. What does Gunnar like to do most at home?
(a) Watch television.
(b) Listen to the radio and read.
(c) Shoot hoops in the driveway.
(d) Build model airplanes.

Short Answer Questions

1. For what is Franz assigned on the plantation where he lives?

2. What does Gunnar do when he returns to class from his examination?

3. What position does Compton have in the Civil War?

4. What does the black man Gunnar asks for directions say about Gunnar's speech?

5. What does Franz do for the rest of his life?

(see the answer key)

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