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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Secret of Success in Public Speaking.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The author completes his studies at Hampton Normal and Agricultural Institute:
(a) Even though half the class fails.
(b) With honors.
(c) Owing the school a large sum of money.
(d) In time to attend his sister's wedding.

2. The "T" in Booker T. Washington stands for:
(a) Theodoro.
(b) Taliaferro.
(c) Thomasino.
(d) Trumbert.

3. Who joins Booker as co-teacher at his school in Tuskegee?
(a) Olivia A. Davidson.
(b) Ruthie Smith.
(c) George W. Campbell.
(d) Lewis Adams.

4. What does the author say that all of the newly freed, former slaves want?
(a) Monetary compensation from former masters.
(b) Assistance with adjusting to their new lives.
(c) To own land.
(d) To change their names.

5. At the Tuskegee Institute, Booker absolutely insists that every student have and use a:
(a) Toothbrush.
(b) Comb.
(c) Fountain pen.
(d) Slide rule.

Short Answer Questions

1. As he travels to Hampton, the author arrives in Richmond, Virginia, flat broke and spends the night where?

2. Does General Armstrong teach at Tuskegee?

3. The author tells the story of finding a ten-dollar bill while working at a restaurant. What happens when he shows the money to the proprietor?

4. In the chapter "Boyhood Days," what does Booker say he does in order to get to school on time?

5. In his chapter on public speaking, the author expresses that before a speech, he:

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