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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 19, The Bloody Spanish Earth.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Langston think about his job as a doorman at a nightclub?
(a) It is unsatisfying.
(b) It is exciting.
(c) It is satisfying.
(d) It is fine.

2. What does Auntie Reed insist that Langston do?
(a) Go to church every Sunday.
(b) Read every night.
(c) Babysit her children.
(d) Clean the house every Saturday.

3. What does Langston's father say about American blacks and Mexicans?
(a) They should be given equality.
(b) They are lazy and foolish.
(c) They should all move to Mexico.
(d) He can relate to them.

4. In what does Hughes become interested?
(a) Social issues.
(b) Theater.
(c) Dance.
(d) Writing.

5. What do the children do one by one?
(a) They thank their families and friends for their support.
(b) They approach the altar.
(c) They sing a solo.
(d) They read a passage from the Bible.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old is Langston Hughes when his grandmother dies?

2. Where does Langston tour for the entirety of the summer?

3. What happens during a revival?

4. Where will he be joining these people?

5. Why is Lincoln known as the "black Princeton?"

(see the answer key)

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