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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Mr. Moore attempt to explain about the racist references in the novel?
(a) That the references really aren't that offensive.
(b) That the references are all in Mr. McLean's imagination.
(c) That the references are simply a sign of the times.
(d) That the references are actually disapproving of racist attitudes.

2. What does Lomax say can happen when one group is given the power to censor?
(a) The group can easily lose sight of its goals.
(b) The group can easily turn on those who appointed it.
(c) The group can be faced with constant scrutiny.
(d) The group can become ineffective with time.

3. Why does Griswold think schools should introduce religious concepts?
(a) Schools are a place of learning.
(b) You need knowledge of religious concepts to get into college.
(c) Parents don't have time to teach religion.
(d) Modern kids are lack morals.

4. What does Mr. McLean do when he arrives for his meeting with Mr. Moore?
(a) He reads passages from the novel.
(b) He stares in surprise at the portraits on the wall.
(c) He tears pages out of a copy of the novel.
(d) He asks that Nora join the meeting.

5. What does Moore commend Barney on?
(a) For his balanced presentation of the issues in the school paper.
(b) For attending the review hearing.
(c) For his interest in school activities.
(d) For his perfect score on a test.

Short Answer Questions

1. Luke's comment that they should just take Huck out and shoot him is seen as proof of what by Carl McLean?

2. What does Mr. Moore notice about the guest speakers whose photos hang on his wall?

3. At which university was the speaker Matthew Griswold referred to in his story booed?

4. What kind of behavior does Griswold believe freedom to be?

5. What did the Governor of Georgia do in the story Lomax told?

(see the answer key)

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