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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Black Race and Red Race.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Booker remark regarding the acceptance of Indians by the blacks at Hampton?
(a) He says that any other group would have done the same.
(b) He states that the acceptance is perfectly natural and normal.
(c) He feels there was more tension than there should have been.
(d) He wonders if another race would have been as welcoming.

2. What does Booker say about his job working in coalmines?
(a) Everyone there is highly motivated.
(b) It pays very well.
(c) It teaches him discipline.
(d) It's dirty and dangerous.

3. What does Booker quickly discover about the Indians at Hampton?
(a) They choose to speak only their tribal languages.
(b) They are eager to learn and seek ways to make his life more comfortable.
(c) They feel more comfortable in outdoor settings.
(d) They are eager to share their traditions, stories, and languages with others.

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

5. Who dies at the end of Booker's second year at Hampton?
(a) His stepfather.
(b) A favorite teacher.
(c) His mother.
(d) His best friend.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Booker first starts school, why is he not able to attend full time?

2. During a fight between blacks and whites, what happens to Mr. Ruffner, the white salt mines owner, when he stands up for the blacks?

3. Booker's night school at Hampton expands from twelve students to:

4. As a young boy, one of Booker's jobs is what?

5. What is Booker's brother's name?

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