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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. Why does the black maid forgive Wright for not arguing with the white man?
(a) He had no choice
(b) He is beautiful
(c) He has promised to marry her
(d) The white man was a wimp

2. What city does Wright move to in this section?
(a) Memphis
(b) Louisville
(c) Paris
(d) Chicago

3. What does Wright tell his boss he has studied for two years?
(a) Computers
(b) Algebra
(c) German
(d) French

4. What does one of Wright's co-workers say Wright forgot to say?
(a) Mister
(b) Sir
(c) Pardon
(d) Please

5. What is Wright's job at the clothing store?
(a) Porter
(b) Accountant
(c) Cleaner
(d) Salesman

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of the man who owns the swimming hole?

2. What does the white man force a black bellboy to do when the white man gets the girl pregnant?

3. What does Wright use to deliver the groceries?

4. What kind of community does Wright live in in Mississippi?

5. Where do Big Boy and his friends go?

(see the answer key)

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