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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 1 and 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What modern convenience does Yamacraw lack?
(a) Internet.
(b) Telephone service.
(c) Running water.
(d) Electricity.

2. How many people left Yamacraw in the migration?
(a) 10.
(b) 2000.
(c) 300.
(d) 500.

3. Who is the "first decent teacher" the deputy superintendent hired?
(a) Mrs. Jacobsen.
(b) Mrs. Black.
(c) Mrs. Brown.
(d) Mrs. White.

4. Where does Pat Conroy request to teach?
(a) Yamacraw Island.
(b) Atlanta.
(c) The Bronx.
(d) Harlem.

5. Why does the superintendent think Pat Conroy came to him?
(a) God.
(b) Hope.
(c) Money.
(d) Jesus.

Short Answer Questions

1. What pet name does Mrs. Brown give kids in her class?

2. What food item from Yamacraw is famous?

3. Why is it impossible to commute to the island?

4. In Chapter One, Pat Conroy had not yet heard back from what organization?

5. Who suggested Pat Conroy change the direction of his teaching career?

(see the answer key)

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