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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Reconstruction Period.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Shortly after acquiring their freedom, where does the author's family move to?
(a) Uniontown, Pennsylvania.
(b) Elkins, West Virginia.
(c) Mather, Pennsylvania.
(d) Malden, West Virginia.

2. When Booker works for Mrs. Ruffner, how much is he paid?
(a) Ten dollars a week.
(b) Ten dollars a month.
(c) Five dollars a month.
(d) Five dollars a week.

3. When Booker finally arrives at Hampton and meets the head teacher, what does he tell her?
(a) He's tired, dirty, and ragged from his long journey.
(b) He's thrilled to be there and ready to learn.
(c) He promises to be her best student ever.
(d) He hasn't had a drink of water or any food for a day and a half.

4. After his first year at Hampton, where does Booker work during the summer?
(a) Circus.
(b) Farm.
(c) Restaurant.
(d) Library.

5. When speaking about other students at Hampton, Booker notes that:
(a) He is the oldest there.
(b) Their parents can afford to pay the tuition.
(c) They also make necessary sacrifices.
(d) They are intelligent but lack common sense.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "The Reconstruction Period" chapter, what does the author conclude about many teachers and preachers, as well as some politicians?

2. The "T" in Booker T. Washington stands for:

3. Why is the plantation kitchen usually removed from the rest of the house?

4. Booker notes that even though the slaves are well informed, the biggest downfall is what?

5. As a child, Booker lives in a cabin that also serves as:

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