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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 210 - 324.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who was not allowed to enter "The Old House at Home"?
(a) Women.
(b) Those with meager incomes.
(c) Alcoholics.
(d) Non-whites.

2. How many mummies did Charles claim to have owned?
(a) 1.
(b) 5.
(c) 3.
(d) None.

3. What are Philippa's parents?
(a) Writers.
(b) Doctors.
(c) Construction workers.
(d) Factory workers.

4. What occupation does Jane dream of having?
(a) Author.
(b) Model.
(c) Teacher.
(d) Stenographer.

5. Which adjective best describes the atmosphere of McSorley's?
(a) Upbeat.
(b) Gloomy.
(c) Bright.
(d) Disturbing.

Short Answer Questions

1. At McSorley's, what did the men gather around?

2. What was the name of the man who opened "The Old House at Home"?

3. Which person was known as Houdini in Harlem?

4. What is the name of the person Mitchell talks about in "A Mess of Clams"?

5. Who started Barbee's business?

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