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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 78 - 120.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Helen is Sammy's what?
(a) Sister.
(b) Wife.
(c) Girlfriend.
(d) Friend.

2. Who does Sammy want to speak to, once he realizes he is blind?
(a) The police.
(b) A lawyer.
(c) His wife.
(d) A doctor.

3. According to Sammy, what caused his encounter with the police?
(a) A woman in distress.
(b) A scuffle over a wallet.
(c) Personal stupidity.
(d) Police bigotry.

4. According to Sammy, his loss of vision might have been caused by what?
(a) Physical restraints.
(b) A nightstick.
(c) Allergies.
(d) Pepper spray.

5. At the beginning of "How Late it Was, How Late", why is Helen upset with Sammy?
(a) He curses too often.
(b) He is involved in crime.
(c) He is always late on bills.
(d) He will not marry her.

Short Answer Questions

1. What keeps Sammy going in spite of his setbacks?

2. On his first blind bus ride, how does Sammy identify the correct bus to ride?

3. Where does Sammy have to go to obtain financial assistance?

4. Once Sammy gets to Helen's, where does he fall asleep?

5. On what day does Sammy receive his unemployment benefits?

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