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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What day does Papa Logan take his children to visit the Page Ellis family and Mrs. Lee Annie Lees?
(a) Friday.
(b) Saturday.
(c) Sunday.
(d) There is no way to know.

2. What explanation does Stacey give for Jeremy Sims making them leave?
(a) The boys went into the ladies' restroom by accident.
(b) The water fountain and the restrooms inside the courthouse are for white folks.
(c) Jeremy Sims is evil like his brothers.
(d) They were supposed to wait in line and didn't.

3. What does Mama tell Cassie when she is told about the TJ's trial?
(a) He will likely be hanged.
(b) They should organize another boycott.
(c) If you do the crime you should do the time.
(d) TJ has a great lawyer and will likely get off.

4. Why is Mr. Jamison the victim of vandalism and threats?
(a) Because no one likes a black lawyer.
(b) Because he is an outsider.
(c) Because the black community hates him.
(d) Because he is a white lawyer representing a black man.

5. What does Stacey expect will happen if his Papa finds out he is going to the trial?
(a) His father won't be happy, but he won't do anything.
(b) His father will ground him for two weeks.
(c) His father will give him a lecture.
(d) He'll likely get a whipping.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Mama no longer a teacher?

2. On the day of the trial, who does Stacey meet at the crossroad?

3. Who sneaks a ride to the trial with Joe and Wordell?

4. What is the argument concerning Russell's return to Indiana?

5. Who offers milk to the young man?

(see the answer key)

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