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

2. 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?
(a) The proprietor asks his customers who is missing ten dollars.
(b) Two customers come forward to claim the money.
(c) The proprietor keeps it.
(d) A customer tells them it was left as a tip.

3. Booker states that many former slaves wanted to:
(a) Move to another country.
(b) Hold public office.
(c) Move to New York.
(d) Become attorneys.

4. In "The Reconstruction Period" chapter, what does the author conclude about many teachers and preachers, as well as some politicians?
(a) They draw too much attention to themselves.
(b) They are selfless, noble, and idealistic.
(c) They are out of touch with reality.
(d) They are interested in bettering the lives of others.

5. Due to overcrowding at Hampton, there isn't enough room in the dormitories and some students have to spend the winter in:
(a) Cardboard boxes.
(b) Tents.
(c) Barns.
(d) School hallways.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Booker say about his job working in coalmines?

2. When Booker travels with a young Indian boy who is ill, how are they treated by outsiders?

3. Why do young Booker and his family live in the plantation's kitchen?

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

5. Who dies at the end of Booker's second year at Hampton?

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