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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What literary genre does Toomer NOT employ in "Blood-Burning Moon"?
(a) Prose poems.
(b) Lyrical narratives.
(c) Poetry.
(d) Biography.

2. According to Bob, why is his dream of a different relationship with Louisa NOT possible?
(a) Because of Louisa's engagement to Tom.
(b) Because of Louisa's desire to leave town.
(c) Because of his friends and colleagues down south.
(d) Because of his parents and friends up north.

3. Why does Tom cut Bob's throat?
(a) Because he spread rumors.
(b) Because he is white.
(c) Because he stole money.
(d) Because he started a fight.

4. Where is Bob as Louisa and Tom talk about their relationship?
(a) On his way to work.
(b) On his way to see his parents.
(c) On his way to Tom's house.
(d) On his way to meet Louisa.

5. Where does Louisa work?
(a) At Mr. and Mrs. Sully's store.
(b) At Mrs. Seeley's factory.
(c) At Mr. Smith's apartment.
(d) At Mr. and Mrs. Stone's home.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the last name of Louisa's employer?

2. Louisa is described as having what kind of skin color in Chapter 1?

3. Who is Louisa supposed to meet in an hour as she walks to her destination in Chapter 1?

4. According to Tom, no man better try anything on Louisa - or what?

5. What do the white people do after seeing Bob with his throat cut?

(see the answer key)

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