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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Passing, Part Three, Chapters Two and Three.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. It is possible that Helga Crane is
(a) Too irritable to have a relationship.
(b) Desperate to be married.
(c) In love with Dr. Anderson.
(d) Ready to settle down with anyone.

2. Why is Irene offended by Clare's use of a PO Box for a return address?
(a) It shows Clare's devious nature.
(b) It implies that Clare is being sarcastic.
(c) She is hiding her real address.
(d) It implies Clare thinks Irene would be indiscreet.

3. Does Irene want Clare in her life again?
(a) She is ambivalent.
(b) Desperately.
(c) Absolutely not.
(d) Perhaps, with conditions.

4. Helga feels she does not fit in with this community because
(a) Her hair is blonde.
(b) She is an aggressive woman.
(c) Her skin is fair.
(d) She is a black activist.

5. The dress Helga chooses to wear to Anne's homecoming party represents
(a) Her preference for the black race.
(b) Her status as a socialite.
(c) Her need to be recognized as different.
(d) Her impending flight.

Short Answer Questions

1. Helga makes the decision while she is still bedridden to

2. Brian would rather be living in

3. Olsen refers to Helga's refusal of him as

4. Helga's aunt Katrina wants Helga to

5. Helga Crane loves

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