English Final

80. Why is Richard suspicious of the way the members of the Communist party treat him initially? A. He does not expect a group of white people to have so much respect for a black boy because when living in the South, whites did not treat him equally B. He thought that they would be nice to him because the North is known to have more equal treatment, but they treated him just as poorly as the whites in the South C. The members of the party do not notice him which is weird because they invited him to join the party so he could write for them D. None of the above

A. He does not expect a group of white people to have so much respect for a black boy because when living in the South, whites did not treat him equally

Why does a man tell Richard, "You'll addle your brains if you don't watch out" upon discovering the books that Richard is reading? A. The man assumes Richard is not smart enough to understand the depth of the content that he is reading because Richard is black. B. Richard does not understand the content and the man is just looking out for Richard. C. Richard is reading books about fighting racism and the man is worried that Richard is going to rebel. D. The man doesn't understand the books Richard is reading so he warns Richard about how confusing it is.

A. The man assumes Richard is not smart enough to understand the depth of the content that he is reading because Richard is black.

What bands the other black teenagers together in Richard's neighborhood? A. Their hatred for white people. B. Their moms are friends. C. They all lived in the same apartment. D. They all played the same sport.

A. Their hatred for white people.

19. Why does Richard finally decide to get out of the South? He no longer feels connected to his family He realizes that the North would provide him with more opportunity to prosper He is fed up with the way he is being treated by white people All of the above

All of the above

How does the quote, "Joy was as unknown to him as was despair. As a creature of the earth, he endured, hearty, whole, seemingly indestructible, with no regrets and no hope." describe how Richard views his father's life? Richard understood some decisions his father made. Richard understands some of what his father went through Richard pities his father All of the above

All of the above

Why did Richard find Chicago so unpleasant and unappealing? He wasn't receiving a lot of attention It was dark and gloomy It didn't meet his expectations All of the above

All of the above

Why is Junior scared of letting people know he is poor? He doesn't want people to pity him He doesn't want to be seen as different from the other kids He doesn't want to lose his friends He doesn't want to seem weak All of the above

All of the above

While writing the Voodoo of Hell's Half Acre, why did people discourage Richard instead of supporting his work? Because they thought he was wasn't capable of actually writing a story and that he copied a story off another book. They believed that he was weak minded by writing a story, that he should be serious and not writing a book It was a sin to even write a story, and that it was even worse that no one guided him to write it. All the above Devils Work

All the above

What do the dogs without vocal chords symbolize? A. Richard's lack of ideas B. Black people's silent suffering C. The lack of communication between the members of the Communist party D. Richard's low position at the hospital

B. Black people's silent suffering

Why is the fact that Rowdy reads the "not cool" comic books ironic? Because he acts very tough Because he says he hates comic books Because he can't read Because he only reads novels

Because he acts very tough

33. Why is Richard so skeptical about being a part of the movie ticket scheme? He doesn't trust the people involved in the scam. He doesn't steal because it goes against his morals. He doesn't want to fall into the stereotype that black people are thieves. Both B and C.

Both B and C.

How does Richard viewpoint of the black southern life community compare with Juniors viewpoint on the Spokane community? Both Richard and Junior absolutely love their community, and find it as a place to express themselves Richard finds his southern community too ignorant and aggressive to understand each other, while Junior is completely in love with his community Both Richard and Junior view their communities as a place mostly filled with ignorance, and there isn't much care for one another Richard finds his southern community relaxing and a place to express himself easily, while Junior is constantly worried about how ignorant and aggressive his community is

Both Richard and Junior view their communities as a place mostly filled with ignorance, and there isn't much care for one another

31. What is the reason that Shorty says makes him unable to leave the south? A. He lets himself get beaten up and injured too often. B. He never gets the opportunity to because of the oppression. C. He is too lazy and sleeps too much. D. He has accepted the southern way of life.

C. He is too lazy and sleeps too much.

"Christmas came and I had but one orange." What is significant about this quote A . It shows the simplicity of the time period B. It shows the poverty created by the stock market crash C. It shows how little money Richard's family has D. It fits the pattern of Richard's life where something he anticipates turns out rotten.

C. It shows how little money Richard's family has

4. Why didn't Buddy Nealson want Richard to write an article on Ross and his life? A. Buddy believed Ross was a fascist B. Ross had a boring life and Buddy wanted someone interesting C. Nealson is paranoid about Richard's intentions for writing D. Ross committed crimes in the past that Buddy felt personally attacked by

C. Nealson is paranoid about Richard's intentions for writing

Why did Richard stop selling the newspapers despite the fact that he was earning money? A. They promoted anti-communist sentiments B. The newspapers were too expensive for people to buy C. They promoted Jim crow and anti-black sentiments D. They promoted Seventh Day Adventist like ideas

C. They promoted Jim crow and anti-black sentiments

Which one of these is NOT a reason Aunt Addie got mad at Richard during school? A. He denies that he was the one eating walnuts in class. B. He doesn't get up when Aunt Addie asks. C. He calls her Aunt Addie not Ms. Wilson. D. He hits another student.

D. He hits another student.

What does Richard realize when he travels from plantation to plantation In his insurance job? A. He realizes that Black are equal to whites because they all work on the same field. B. He is surprised by how muscular all of the workers his age are. C. He realizes that he would love to work on a plantation. D. He realized the universal poverty, isolation, and ignorance of Southern black sharecroppers.

D. He realized the universal poverty, isolation, and ignorance of Southern black sharecroppers.

What was significant about H. L. Mencken's works? A. Mencken discussed specifically topics of racism so Richard felt like he could relate. B. Mencken used a lot of complicated vocabulary so Richard was able to broaden his vocabulary. C. Mencken introduced many writers which gave Richard more authors to read about. D. Mencken was extremely emotional with his writing and Richard was shocked by the amount of passion in his works.

D. Mencken was extremely emotional with his writing and Richard was shocked by the amount of passion in his works.

Which of the following best describes why Richard didn't want the clubs dissolved? A. it gave him a sense of identity and belonging B. He was hoping to make friends with those who joined C. He was in charge of a club and didn't want to give it up D. The club gives him and other emerging writers/artists a platform

D. The club gives him and other emerging writers/artists a platform

What confuses and surprises Junior about his interaction with Roger on his first day at Reardan? Roger is surprisingly friendly to Junior. Even after he gets punched in the face, Roger doesn't end up fighting Junior. Roger's malice and racism is met with disdain by the rest of the school, who stands by Junior. After the initial inciting incident, Roger and Junior come into conflict later in the book.

Even after he gets punched in the face, Roger doesn't end up fighting Junior.

"Mr. Dodge thanked Gordy, but didn't say another word to me" What is the significance behind this quote? Junior was wrong, but Gordy corrected him Gordy was wrong, but Junior corrected him Mr. Dodge did not hear Junior and thought Gordy gave the correct answer. Junior is hated by everyone in the school, including his teachers Even the teachers are not giving Junior any credit for being right in class due to him being an Indian

Even the teachers are not giving Junior any credit for being right in class due to him being an Indian

How are both Richard and Junior's lives driven by the loneliness felt by being an outcast? Even though they are being excluded, they continue to express themselves in their work for others to understand. They became rebellious and violent towards their superiors. They stay afraid of their parents and let their dreams wither. Their loneliness is compared to their hunger.

Even though they are being excluded, they continue to express themselves in their work for others to understand.

What upsets Junior about the funerals him and his family hosts at the end of the book? a. No one else seemed to care; they just came to eat Junior's food. b. Everyone is drinking, despite that being what killed his grandma and sister. c. No one gives him attention. :( d. Rowdy came and bullied him.

Everyone is drinking, despite that being what killed his grandma and sister.

Why couldnt richard's father punish him for killing the cat? Because he was proud of richard's animosity and problem solving He couldn't punish him without undermining his own power because he told him to kill it. The father doesn't believe in punishment but believes in karma None of the above

He couldn't punish him without undermining his own power because he told him to kill it.

Why does Arnold like drawing so much? He feels like drawing provides a safe escape from his impoverished reality He draws to talk to the world and have the world pay attention to him He draws because Rowdy loves comics He draws to pass the time

He draws to talk to the world and have the world pay attention to him

When Oscar gets sick, what is the main reason for Arnold's anger? He was the reason Oscar was sick He blamed his parents for their poverty and their inability to help Oscar He blamed Oscar for getting sick and being too weak to fight it He feels poor and unable to help Oscar and that makes him frustrated

He feels poor and unable to help Oscar and that makes him frustrated

When Richard stood in line for bread during the great depression, he felt like he belonged. Why is this? He knows he will get food soon since he is at the relief station. He hears other people talking about their problems and struggles which makes him no longer feel like an outsider. He feels comfort in being in a large group of black people. He feels like he is with people who are hungry and struggling just like him.

He hears other people talking about their problems and struggles which makes him no longer feel like an outsider.

Why does Jr. throw his geometry textbook at Mr.P? He does not want to be in class that day. He hates geometry He is upset because he realizes his mother used the same book when she was in school He does not like Mr.P

He is upset because he realizes his mother used the same book when she was in school

"Next loomed the problem of leaving my job cleanly, smoothly, without arguments or scenes", how did Richard fulfill this goal? He just left and never told them he was leaving He told them he was leaving in advance so they had enough time to find a replacement He told them the day he was leaving He lied about his reason

He lied about his reason

How does Richard react to the instance when he stumbles upon liquor in Memphis? He realizes they he can use the liquor to get drunk like he used to as a little kid. He realizes that he can sell the liquor. He realizes that he was naive after both the man and boy have left because he didn't realize that they were working together. He realizes that the boy stole his part of the five dollars and ran off instead of making change.

He realizes that he was naive after both the man and boy have left because he didn't realize that they were working together.

What got Richard interested in reading Mencken in the first place? He saw in the papers Mencken was being denounced by many and wondered what he had done to deserve this treatment He met him in person and intrigued by his ideas He was introduced to him by his boss and was given copies of Mencken's writings All of the above

He saw in the papers Mencken was being denounced by many and wondered what he had done to deserve this treatment

Why was Richard so disgusted at Shorty's antics of getting a white man to kick him to get a quarter on the elevator? He wasn't disgusted, he was angry at Shorty because his antics were helping block racism in the south. He understood that Shorty's antics merely helped purvey racism in the south by thinking selfishly over a quarter, and helped to degrade african americans. He was disgusted that Shorty wasn't openly advocating for African-American rights in the south. He was angry that Shorty didn't try to advance in society past the limitations put on him by open racism.

He understood that Shorty's antics merely helped purvey racism in the south by thinking selfishly over a quarter, and helped to degrade african americans.

What does Richard hiding under the house during the fire show about the relationship? He got into an argument with his brother and wanted to be left alone. He was more afraid of his parents punishing him than the fire. He was playing hide and seek with his brother. He didn't realize the house was burning.

He was more afraid of his parents punishing him than the fire.

Why did Rowdy blame Junior for the death of Junior's sister? Him leaving the reservation, made her do so to. He didn't try to stop her from leaving. He encouraged her to leave the reservation. Rowdy didn't blame Junior

Him leaving the reservation, made her do so to.

Why did Richard take his cousin's job offer, selling "selling insurance policies to ignorant Negroes" even though he found the job repulsive? His cousin said that he would provide him with housing His cousin said that he could find someone else to do it but he needed to make money Richard thought it would be nice to work for his family His cousin said that he couldn't find anyone else to do it

His cousin said that he could find someone else to do it but he needed to make money

Why does Junior say "It was a beautiful and ugly thing", when his father gave him the five dollars? He really wanted some money. He didn't want money, but still glad that his dad got him something. His dad missed Christmas on a drinking spree, but thought enough of him to save the money. He was given money, but couldn't get much with it.

His dad missed Christmas on a drinking spree, but thought enough of him to save the money.

When Richard tells his boss at the optical company in Memphis he lies about the reason he is leaving. What is Richard's lie? He was ill and sought treatment in Chicago His mother was ill and he wanted to be with her He wanted a new job in the north because he didn't like it in the south His aunt was forcing him to come with her to Chicago

His mother was ill and he wanted to be with her

When talking to Arnold, Mr. P says, "'If you stay on this rez, they're going to kill you. I'm going to kill you. We're all going to kill you. You can't fight us forever". What does he mean by this? The other Native Americans on the reservation will be mad at Arnold for his beliefs and kill him The continued bullying could result in a fight where Arnold is killed from his injuries and condition If Arnold stays on the reservation he will run out of hope and be subjected to a hopeless impoverished life like the rest of the Native Americans Mr. P wants Arnold to travel the world and escape the brutality of the reservation

If Arnold stays on the reservation he will run out of hope and be subjected to a hopeless impoverished life like the rest of the Native Americans

Richard realizes that the start of the Great Depression has impacted blacks in what way? It separated them because they all became suspicious of one another It separated them because they all became greedy for money, and cared less for each other It brought them together because they were able to share their life stories and understand each other It brought them together because the lack of money made them realize the finer things in life

It brought them together because they were able to share their life stories and understand each other

Uncle Hoskins was murdered by white people who were envious of his successful liquor business. How did his death affect Richard? Richard did not think anything of his Uncle Hoskins' death because he was mean to Richard. It was Richard's first experience with white terror and made him realize how severe it was. Richard wanted to get revenge on the people who killed his uncle by setting their houses on fire. It made Richard feel guilty about not spending enough time with him.

It was Richard's first experience with white terror and made him realize how severe it was.

"These people, of course, were not ready for a revolution; they had not abandoned their past lives by choice...". How does this quote differ from Junior deciding to go to Rearden Highschool? Junior is abandoning his past by leaving Communists became Communists because they were forced by others to join Communists feared being hated by others, so they joined the party None of the the above

Junior is abandoning his past by leaving

How do the actions of Richard's family when they lose Richard's grandfather differ from Junior's family when they lose Junior's sister? Richard's family is very emotional over the loss, wailing and weeping in the open about it, while Junior's family does not say anything about it and keep to themselves Junior's family is distraught over this but start to cherish each other, telling each other that they love them, while Richard's family keep to themselves, leaving the house silent. Both families keep to themselves and silently sulk Both families are very emotional over this, breaking down in the open about the deaths, with cousins coming over.

Junior's family is distraught over this but start to cherish each other, telling each other that they love them, while Richard's family keep to themselves, leaving the house silent.

What is the significance of Oscar getting shot? Alcohol is slowly killing all the people on the rez Junior's family was too impoverished to afford medical treatment. Junior's father hates animals Junior's father's alcoholism is causing him to act out of hand.

Junior's family was too impoverished to afford medical treatment.

70. What makes Richard annoyed on the train to Arkansas He was bored and wanted to read books He could get out of the train to see the places they were passing No one would explain and talk to him about race relations He wanted to be back with Granny

No one would explain and talk to him about race relations

How did Richards response to his principal writing his valedictorian speech reflect Richard's character? It shows Richard's anger towards those in power Once again Richard is rebelling against a teacher or principal Richard does not submit to what people tell him to do if he doesn't think it's right It shows his lack of understanding of racial relationships.

Richard does not submit to what people tell him to do if he doesn't think it's right

How do the reasons Richard and Junior read differ? They don't differ, both having the same reason to read Richard reads to connect to others, Junior reads to be isolated Richard reads to be isolated, Junior reads to connect to others Richard only enjoys shallow cartoons and comics while Junior reads deep, meaningful novels

Richard reads to connect to others, Junior reads to be isolated

Which of these is NOT a reason that Richard give his original speech at graduation in spite of the principal? Richard does what Richard wants Richard's family told him to follow his heart Richard's principal told him not to The principal would refuse to let him graduate if he did not read the speech and his peers told him to just read the speech

Richard's family told him to follow his heart

How does Richard's razor fight with his uncle affect his relationship with his family? His uncle grows deathly afraid of him and Richard does not care Richard's uncle tells his cousins to stay away from him because he thinks he's crazy Richard's family does not like him and Richard does not understand why Richard and his family make up and all is good

Richard's uncle tells his cousins to stay away from him because he thinks he's crazy

How did Junior know that Rowdy didn't really hate him? Rowdy smiled at Junior through the window Rowdy runs outside and gives Junior a hug Rowdy doesn't rip the cartoon up Rowdy throws a cartoon he drew to Junior

Rowdy doesn't rip the cartoon up

Which does not describe Junior's older sister? She has acne scars that make her look tough She received a formal education She wanted to write romance novels She spends 23 hours a day in the basement She had wasted potential

She received a formal education

Why does grandma not like ella books? She think the book is full of sins. She feels they are very racist. She feels they target women. She doesn't want Richard to learn how to read.

She think the book is full of sins.

What did Junior initially think his sister left and got married for? She left because he told her to. She wanted to live a romance novel. Mary was lonely and wanted to get out of the basement. She wanted to leave the family of alcoholics.

She wanted to live a romance novel.

Why did Penelope dress up as a homeless person for Halloween? What did Junior say when she told him? She wanted to make fun of homeless people; He said he wanted to too. She wanted to look cute; He said he didn't need to dress any different. She wanted to protest the treatment of homeless people; He said he wanted to too. She wanted to protest the treatment of homeless people; He said he wanted to protest the treatment of homeless Native Americans.

She wanted to protest the treatment of homeless people; He said he wanted to protest the treatment of homeless Native Americans.

What was Richard's plan to end his hunger at Aunt Maggie's house in Arkansas? Steal a couple of biscuits and eat them whenever he felt hungry Steal some of his Aunt's money so he can buy food Learn how to cook so he can make his own food To runaway and live in someone's house who can cook

Steal a couple of biscuits and eat them whenever he felt hungry

Most of the black people that Richard knows steal from their white bosses, why does Richard think that stealing from white people is pointless? Stealing from whites only plays into the black stereotypes The white people would notice the missing things and call the police on them Stealing just reinforces all the negative beliefs already held about them Karma would catch up to you and you would get robbed

Stealing just reinforces all the negative beliefs already held about them

What does the action of Jr. throwing his text book at Mr.P signify to Mr.p? That Jr. is an aggressive kid That Jr. is not okay with his life on the reservation That Jr. wants to drop out of school That Jr. is disrespecting Mr. P

That Jr. is not okay with his life on the reservation

"'Hey.' Timidly. 'You eat yet?' Uneasily trying to make conversation. 'Yeah, man. I done really fed my face.' Casually. 'I had cabbage and potatoes.' Confidently. 'I had buttermilk and black-eyed peas.' Meekly informational. 'Hell, I ain't gonna stand near you n***er!' Pronouncement. 'How come?' Feigned innocence. ''Cause you gonna smell up this air in a minute!' A shouted accusation. Laughter runs through the crowd." How does the quote above show the time difference between when the story was written and when the story takes place? The comical nature shows that the story was written when Richard was younger. The analytical nature shows that the story was written when Richard was older. The comical nature shows that the story was written when Richard was more or less the same age. The lack of emotion shows that the story is written when Richard is older.

The analytical nature shows that the story was written when Richard was older.

How did Richard's boss react to finding out that one of his coworkers were spitting in the food as opposed to how he thought she would react? The boss promoted the coworker when he thought the worker would be fired The boss demoted the coworker when Richard thought nothing would happen The boss did nothing to the coworker when Richard thought the worker would be fired The boss fired the coworker even though Richard thought she wouldn't believe him since he was black

The boss fired the coworker even though Richard thought she wouldn't believe him since he was black

When the dog bit Richard at the construction site, how did the boss respond? The boss showed his concern for Richard. The boss said he never saw a dog that could hurt an African American. The boss killed the dog. The boss fired Richard because he thought Richard was lying when he said the dog bit him.

The boss said he never saw a dog that could hurt an African American.

How is it unfair to Richard the way the boy times how fast the room gets cleaned? The boy times Richard cleaning to cleanest room and expects him to clean the dirtiest rooms just as fast. Richard is not allowed to use any cleaning supplies to clean the room. The boy starts the timer before Richard even starts cleaning the room. All of the above

The boy times Richard cleaning to cleanest room and expects him to clean the dirtiest rooms just as fast.

What does the quote, "These people [the communists], of course, were not ready for a revolution; they had not abandoned their past lives by choice, but because they simply could not live the old way any longer," most accurately say about the communists? The communists chose to join because of their deep seated beliefs in equality The communists hated change and wanted to maintain the status quo The communists joined communism because their lives had been devastated and needed to change The communists wanted to change things but didn't know how

The communists joined communism because their lives had been devastated and needed to change

In the staged fight between Harrison and Richard, Why did they actually begin to fight each other? They started to actually fight because Harrison stole his money The started to actually fight because they were ashamed and hated what they were doing They started to actually fight because Richard tried to stab Harrison They started to actually fight because Harrison tried to stab Richard

The started to actually fight because they were ashamed and hated what they were doing

When the white woman asks Richard why he continues to go to school, richard responds with he wants to be a writer. How does the woman react to this? The woman is glad to see that an african american is trying their hardest to complete their dream as a writer. The woman is surprised, but says that no african american can actually do it. The woman responds mockingly implying it's a dumb idea and he would never become a writer because of his race None of the above

The woman responds mockingly implying it's a dumb idea and he would never become a writer because of his race

How does Richard feel and think about blacks when he reflects on his childhood experiences? They are lacking genuine happiness and hope for their future. They look and plan and set their game plan for the future. Blacks have joyful lives and always are happy. Blacks could overcome if they worked together

They are lacking genuine happiness and hope for their future.

Why was the purpose behind Richard moving to the North similar to when Junior transferred to Reardan? They were forced to move/transfer, when Richard would rather stay in the South and Junior at the tribe They both had hope motivating them to move to a place of opportunity, where they would have a better chance of achieving their dreams and having a brighter future than the people of their hometown did They both had a spiritual calling, drawing them into a new place to reach their full potential in life They wanted to leave their hometowns because they felt neglected by their families.

They both had hope motivating them to move to a place of opportunity, where they would have a better chance of achieving their dreams and having a brighter future than the people of their hometown did

Why did the white Communists not believe Richard's side of the story about his conflicts with the other black Communists? They were suspicious of all black people Richard was reading Trotsky, and they distrusted Troyskyites They had idealized all black people to the point they thought none could do wrong Marx's philosophy requires constant skepticism among the workers of each other

They had idealized all black people to the point they thought none could do wrong

How would Richard's moving North be similar to Junior's move to Reardan? They move because they are scared of racism with in their immediate community They move because of direct economic reasons They move because the places they move to have more opportunities for them to succeed Both B & C

They move because the places they move to have more opportunities for them to succeed

How does Richards and Juniors desire to leave their hometown shape how their family views them? Everyone is proud They resent them, and think they are being delusional They want to go with and be successful No one cares None of the above

They resent them, and think they are being delusional

What were the other boys' reactions when Richard told them he didn't feel anything after being baptized at the Protestant church? They said he will feel the connection later on. They said they also didn't feel anything. They criticized for his lack of faith. They ignored him.

They said they also didn't feel anything.

Why do the white men trick Richard and Harrison into fighting each other? They wanted Richard and Harrison to settle their disagreement. They saw Harrison and Richard as two black men that they could make fight each other and bet on the winner. They wanted both of them to be fired from their jobs. They wanted Harrison dead.

They saw Harrison and Richard as two black men that they could make fight each other and bet on the winner.

What is the similarity between the crowd in Wellpinit High School and the communist party in Black Boy ? They were willing to welcome in outsiders like Billionaire Ted or the crazy guy from Detroit. They violently opposed anyone they viewed as traitor or outsider like Junior or Richard They were unwilling to think for themselves and followed whatever the crowd said They were untrusting of outsiders who came in to their midsts

They violently opposed anyone they viewed as traitor or outsider like Junior or Richard

Why did Richard feel the need to lie to the Hoffmans about his mother's death? a) He didn't trust his white employers to be understanding towards his choice to apply somewhere else b) He wanted to quit his job with the Hoffmans c) The Hoffmans were racist, called him insulting names and didn't pay him well d) His relationship with his mother was so strained he didn't know how to discuss it

a) He didn't trust his white employers to be understanding towards his choice to apply somewhere else

How do Richard think his bosses will react to him trying to work for the post office? a. He thinks they will act like the whites in the south and become offended b. He thinks they will allow him to go and give him pay to hold him off c. He thinks they will harass him d. He thinks they will come for him in the night

a. He thinks they will act like the whites in the south and become offended

Why did the Left Front choose Richard to be an executive secretary, against his will? a.They wanted to use him to oust the painters b. They wanted him to create a grand Communist poster c. They wanted him to survey anyone acting unlike a Communist d. They wanted him to organize a march for the Communists

a.They wanted to use him to oust the painters

Why did Richard forgive his father in the future. a. He realizes that holding a grudge, will wrinkle his face b. He begins to understand that his Father has a hard life, and did his best despite the circumstances c. He realizes that it was ultimately a good thing that his father left him. d. All the above.

b. He begins to understand that his Father has a hard life, and did his best despite the circumstances

Between the characters Junior and Richard, and their dealings with hunger, which of the following is not true? a. Junior's hunger is a reminder of his status as an Indian around white kids frequently b. Richards hunger is for more than food c. Junior's hungry because he doesn't want to take extra money for his parents for lunch d. Richard's hunger begins when his dad leaves

c. Junior's hungry because he doesn't want to take extra money for his parents for lunch

Why did the tribe lay off of Junior after taunting him for so long? a. His betrayal was so brave that they couldn't do anything but respect him. b. His dad stopped drinking. c. The death of his beloved grandmother shifted focus from being mean to being respectful towards Jr. d. He was a basketball god.

c. The death of his beloved grandmother shifted focus from being mean to being respectful towards Jr.

Why didn't Granny want Richard to work on Saturdays? a.she was scared he would be attacked by a mob on saturdays b.she wanted him at home to take care of his mom c.she needed help around the house d. she believed her religion didn't let people work on saturday

d. she believed her religion didn't let people work on saturday

What about Richard worries the other Communists? he is violent he is an intellectual, who brought new ideas to the group he was an informant for the police He showed up to all the meetings drunk

he is an intellectual, who brought new ideas to the group

What about Richard's experience in Harlem was surprising to him? he was denied a place to stay because of his race despite being in a well known black neighborhood New York looked just like Mississippi His father was in New York The New York communists asked Richard to be their leader

he was denied a place to stay because of his race despite being in a well known black neighborhood

When Rowdy told Junior, "'The first thing you have to do is change the way you look, the way you talk, and the way you walk. And then she'll think you're her fricking Prince Charming.'", when giving him dating advice to ask out Penelope, a white girl, he implied he had a chance with her in the end. he would never have a chance with her because he was too different from what she wanted. if he dressed up like Prince Charming she would like him back. Penelope would like him back if he grew up a little.

he would never have a chance with her because he was too different from what she wanted.

Why did Richard travel to New York? to see Ellis Island to visit his mother to attend a Communist writers convention to attend a Civil Rights protest

to attend a Communist writers convention