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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6, School Again (c. 9) - Part 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The white neighbors of Maitland were very _______.
(a) Frightened.
(b) Closed-off.
(c) Friendly.
(d) Agressive.

2. Whom does Zora cite on the subject of forgiveness?
(a) Jesus.
(b) A priest.
(c) Her father.
(d) Her friends.

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

4. In terms of race, John Hurston was _______.
(a) Black and white.
(b) Asian.
(c) White.
(d) Black.

5. Zora's parents felt very ______ during her youth.
(a) Distant.
(b) Content.
(c) Tried.
(d) Happy.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did Zora have good feelings toward white people?

2. What did Zora's stepmother NOT want?

3. How long did John Hurston pursue Zora's mother?

4. What made finding work difficult for Zora?

5. When Zora was almost fired, who stood up for her?

(see the answer key)

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