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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 9-19.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How old was Gilbert when he learned to drive?
(a) 10.
(b) 16.
(c) 14.
(d) 12.

2. Who suggested that Queenie start proceedings to declare her husband deceased when he did not return after the war?
(a) Her father.
(b) Her brother.
(c) Her father-in-law.
(d) Her mother.

3. Why did Mr. Todd think colored people were coming to England?
(a) Teeth and glasses.
(b) Educational opportunities.
(c) Political stability.
(d) Economic security.

4. In Chapter 2, how long was the shift that Gilbert worked before Hortense arrived?
(a) 9 hours.
(b) 12 hours.
(c) 8 hours.
(d) 10 hours.

5. What does Gilbert do when Hortense changes into her nightgown in Chapter 10?
(a) Puts a scarf over his eyes.
(b) Puts his hands over his eyes.
(c) Goes in the hall.
(d) Turns his back.

Short Answer Questions

1. What time were Gilbert and the other West Indian RAF volunteers wakened in Chapter 12?

2. How long must the banns be published for a marriage?

3. In Chapter 16, how many GIs are incensed when GIlbert and Queenie have tea?

4. Where did Queenie's neighbor Mrs. Smith move after Queenie started taking in Black boarders?

5. What did Gilbert mistake some insects for in Chapter 19?

(see the answer key)

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