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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through "Big Boy Leaves Home," Part 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Wright's boss offer him in the back room?
(a) A dollar
(b) A cigarette
(c) A book
(d) His hand

2. What does Wright do to avoid saying thank you?
(a) Drops his packages
(b) Runs away
(c) Smiles
(d) Sneezes

3. What is the name of the man who owns the swimming hole?
(a) Philip
(b) Harvey
(c) James
(d) John

4. What state does Wright move to in this chapter?
(a) New York
(b) Washington
(c) Mississippi
(d) Colorado

5. What did the white children throw at Wright and his friends?
(a) Milk bottles
(b) Wine bottles
(c) Water
(d) Knives

Short Answer Questions

1. What religion is the man who lends Wright his library card?

2. Where does the police officer say Wright should not be after dark?

3. Why does the black maid forgive Wright for not arguing with the white man?

4. What was Wright's yard filled with?

5. Who pulls Wright over in this chapter?

(see the answer key)

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