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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through November 24- December 4, 1959 (pages 102-139).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does the well-dressed black man make Griffin feel?
(a) Jealous.
(b) Nervous.
(c) Entertained.
(d) Depressed.

2. In the sixth section of the book, why does Griffin say that the night is a black man's paradise?
(a) He can being traveling again.
(b) He does not have to work.
(c) He will not have to worry about food.
(d) He feels he can blend into the darkness.

3. While Griffin is sitting in the public space during the third section of the book, what does the white man tell him?
(a) He smells bad.
(b) He is homeless.
(c) He is not allowed to sit there.
(d) He welcomes him as a stranger.

4. How does P.D. East initially interact with Griffin?
(a) He is shocked and awkward with him at first.
(b) He is overjoyed and hugs him in public.
(c) He instantly recognizes Griffin and is friendly.
(d) He immediately closes the door in Griffin's face.

5. At the end of his day in the third section of the book, which of these words does not describe Griffin's mood?
(a) Hungry.
(b) Hopeful.
(c) Tired.
(d) Angry.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which authorities does Griffin decide to notify initially about his project?

2. How does Griffin's interaction on the way to dinner in the second section of the book affect him?

3. How does Sterling react when Griffin reveals his identity?

4. According to Griffin's observations, how do blacks on the bus interact with one another at first?

5. At the start of the book, how can Griffin's point of view be best described?

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