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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Parts 1-2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what year did Henry and Nanny get married?
(a) 1899.
(b) 1879.
(c) 1888.
(d) 1886.

2. What did the Delanys call racist white men?
(a) Rebby.
(b) Beseecher.
(c) Grunt.
(d) Pigheaded.

3. Which of the professions is not mentioned by Bessie when she talks about blacks being the backbone of the country?
(a) Porters.
(b) Undertakers.
(c) Butchers.
(d) Barbers.

4. What was Sadie's profession?
(a) Singer.
(b) Teacher.
(c) Lawyer.
(d) Dentist.

5. What city did the Delanys refer to as their hometown?
(a) Raleigh.
(b) Danville.
(c) New York.
(d) Charleston.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was the profession for Mr. Delany?

2. What was the name of the sisters' father?

3. Mr. Delany often told Bessie that she could catch more flies with ____ than with vinegar.

4. How old is Bessie?

5. What was Bessie's profession?

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