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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Helping Others.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. While working for Mrs. Ruffner, Booker soon learns that she demands:
(a) Precision, order, and honesty.
(b) Perfection.
(c) Extra chores above and beyond the job definition.
(d) Her employees to work very hard.

2. Booker says that even as a very young child, most of his time is spent:
(a) Singing.
(b) Working.
(c) Studying.
(d) Playing.

3. When Booker first starts school, why is he not able to attend full time?
(a) His mother needs his help around the house.
(b) He cannot afford to pay the tuition.
(c) He has to take care of the family's sheep.
(d) His stepfather forces him to continue working.

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

5. By saving enough money, who does Booker help send to Hampton Normal and Agricultural Institute?
(a) His sister Amanda and their cousin David.
(b) His brother John and his sister Amanda.
(c) His brother John and their adopted brother James.
(d) His adopted brother James and his cousin David.

Short Answer Questions

1. Due to overcrowding at Hampton, there isn't enough room in the dormitories and some students have to spend the winter in:

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

3. On his way to Hampton, Booker stops at Richmond to earn money for the remainder of his journey. What work does he do in Richmond?

4. Shortly after acquiring their freedom, where does the author's family move to?

5. Although he is uncertain of the exact location of his birth, Booker T. Washington believes he was born near a:

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