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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5, Back Stage (c. 8).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. "Between alligators, poison snakes, and _________, Florida can be a dangerous place."
(a) Women.
(b) Monsters.
(c) Children.
(d) Jealous husbands.

2. Whom did Zora decide she wanted to marry when she grew up?
(a) President Collier.
(b) A man like Joe Clark.
(c) Teddy.
(d) Her work.

3. Zora's mother showed no interest in Hurston _____.
(a) While he was a farmer.
(b) While she was in school.
(c) Ever.
(d) Initially.

4. How did Zora's mother's family feel about the engagement?
(a) They were opposed.
(b) They were indifferent.
(c) They were thrilled.
(d) They were hesitant.

5. What role did the white man play in Zora's young life?
(a) He acted as a bodyguard.
(b) He acted as an Uncle.
(c) He became her new father.
(d) He secretly paid for school.

Short Answer Questions

1. Zora describes Joe Clark's porch as a ________.

2. Who founded Eatonville?

3. Why did the white man come to Zora's mother's house?

4. At Gilbert & Sullivan, why did the actors tease Zora?

5. What spoke to Zora when she was young?

(see the answer key)

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