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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7, Columbia vs. Harlem.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Langston think about the box of books he has brought for this journey?
(a) He decides they are a part of his past.
(b) They will help him in his journey in Africa.
(c) He is glad he brought them.
(d) They will be a part of his new life.

2. What does Langston learn at this community center?
(a) Drawing and painting.
(b) Singing and dancing.
(c) Painting and ceramics.
(d) Acting.

3. Why is Langston's summer in Toluca not a bad one?
(a) His father is rarely around.
(b) His father is around most of the time.
(c) His father encourages him to write.
(d) He makes many friends.

4. What happens during a revival?
(a) The entire congregaton prays for the souls of the children.
(b) Langston accepts Jesus as his savior.
(c) The children of the congregation are baptized.
(d) Langston finally attends church with the Reeds.

5. What does Hughes do with the books?
(a) He rereads them.
(b) He gives them away.
(c) He puts them in a crate.
(d) He throws them into the sea.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Langston do that evening?

2. Does Langston have any interest in poetry?

3. What does Langston do when he is denied admittance because of his color?

4. How does Langston help this family?

5. Why do the children do this?

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