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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through "Down by the Riverside," Part 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What building does Mann think he crashes into?
(a) The Heartfield's house
(b) The town hall
(c) Tom's store
(d) The boat house

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

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

4. Who approaches them when the boys get out of the water?
(a) A white woman
(b) A soldier
(c) A police officer
(d) Harvey

5. What is the name of the woman's fiance?
(a) Jim
(b) Paul
(c) David
(d) Josh

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Wright's mother do when Wright told her about his injury?

2. Who do Big Boy and Bobo try to avoid on the way home?

3. What is the matter with Wright's bicycle in this chapter?

4. Which of the following is not the name of one of Big Boy's friends?

5. Why do the boys make up words?

(see the answer key)

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