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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Truman Held: Truman and Lynne: Time in the South, Of Bitches and Wives, and The New York Times.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. For whom did Meridian's father mourn?
(a) Meridian.
(b) His brother.
(c) Native Americans.
(d) Jews.

2. What is the only thing Truman finds in Meridian's house?
(a) Sleeping bag.
(b) Ironing board.
(c) Coffee pot.
(d) Couch.

3. Meridian and Anne-Marion get involved in what type of procession?
(a) The Wild Child's funeral.
(b) A homecoming parade.
(c) An anti-war march.
(d) A Civil Rights march.

4. Who does Meridian tell about her marriage and child when she is at Saxon?
(a) Anne-Marion.
(b) Truman.
(c) No one.
(d) Janelle.

5. What is notable about Meridian's mother's preacher's voice?
(a) It is unintelligible.
(b) It is soothing.
(c) It is booming.
(d) It is melodious.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what language does Truman introduce himself when he meets Meridian?

2. What is Meridian's response to whether she believes in God.

3. The Civil Rights workers go on a protest march against segregated ________________.

4. Why is Truman perplexed by Meridian's reactions to him?

5. What do Meridian and Anne-Marion hate?

(see the answer key)

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