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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Bigger feel about Mary Dalton?
(a) He hates her instantly.
(b) He finds her very attractive.
(c) He has no feelings about her or anyone.
(d) He feels she is just like her mother.

2. What kind of relationship does Bigger have with Gus?
(a) They are classmates
(b) They are half brothers
(c) They are best friends
(d) It is a volatile relationship

3. Where does Bigger and Mary take Jan after their evening out?
(a) To catch a bus
(b) To catch the train
(c) To Mary's house
(d) Home to her house

4. After he recalls killing Mary Dalton, what did Bigger realize he left in plain sight of his mother and his siblings?
(a) The pamphlets Jan gave him
(b) His bloody clothing
(c) Mary's purse
(d) The knife

5. After Bigger threatens Gus, who prevents him from attacking the other man?
(a) Vera
(b) G. H.
(c) Jack
(d) Bigger's mom

Short Answer Questions

1. As Bigger tells his fabricated story about the previous evening to Mr. Dalton and Britten, what is he feeling?

2. When Peggy finds Mary is not in her room what does she question Bigger about it, and what does he tell her?

3. In book two when Bigger finally falls asleep after hearing Peggy and Mrs. Dalton talking about Mary, what does he recall in his dream?

4. Why does Bessie finally agree to help Bigger with his kidnapping scam?

5. What does Bigger begin to wish for all blacks?

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