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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Teaching School in a Stable and a Hen House.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. As a young boy, one of Booker's jobs is what?
(a) Carrying corn to the mill.
(b) Taking wheat to the silo.
(c) Painting fences.
(d) None of these is correct.

3. 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.

4. Why is the plantation kitchen usually removed from the rest of the house?
(a) To keep kitchen smells out of the house.
(b) To keep kitchen servants and slaves out of the house.
(c) Because it generates too much smoke.
(d) Because of the danger of fire.

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

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 June of 1881, Booker is hired to oversee what kind of school in Tuskegee?

3. Booker feels that some individuals were not served well enough by their education and that, in the end, their desires increased but:

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

5. All of Booker's students at Tuskegee are at least:

(see the answer key)

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