Black Like Me Exam(John Howard Griffin)
This exam will be about John Howard Griffin's journey through the deep south
Questions and Answers
- 1.
What is the title of the book
- A.
Black like me
- B.
Black like you
- C.
Black like us
- D.
Black like them
Correct Answer
A. Black like meExplanation
The correct answer is "black like me" because the title suggests that the book is about someone who is black and shares their experiences and perspective. The phrase "like me" implies that the author is writing from a personal point of view, possibly discussing their own experiences as a black person.Rate this question:
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- 2.
What state is the author from
- A.
Louisiana
- B.
Arkansas
- C.
Florida
- D.
Texas
Correct Answer
D. TexasExplanation
The correct answer is Texas. This can be inferred from the question which asks about the state the author is from. Since Texas is listed as one of the options, it can be assumed that the author is from Texas.Rate this question:
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- 3.
What is the author's name
- A.
John Howard grif
- B.
John Howard graffen
- C.
John coward
- D.
John Howard Griffin
Correct Answer
D. John Howard GriffinExplanation
The correct answer is John Howard Griffin. This can be determined by looking at the options provided and identifying the name that matches the given question.Rate this question:
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- 4.
What year did the story take place
- A.
1950
- B.
1959
- C.
1998
- D.
1960
Correct Answer
B. 1959Explanation
The story took place in 1959.Rate this question:
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- 5.
How did the author die
- A.
Murdered
- B.
Natural causes
- C.
Diabeties
- D.
Car accident
Correct Answer
C. DiabetiesExplanation
The author died due to diabetes.Rate this question:
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- 6.
What is the first state he visted as a black
- A.
Lousiana
- B.
Kentucky
- C.
Arizona
- D.
Texas
Correct Answer
A. LousianaExplanation
The correct answer is Louisiana. This is because Louisiana is historically known as one of the first states where African Americans settled and established communities. It has a rich African American cultural heritage, with significant contributions to music, cuisine, and civil rights movements. Therefore, it is likely that the person in question visited Louisiana as their first state while identifying as a black individual.Rate this question:
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- 7.
What is the name of the priest in the book
- A.
Father Bob
- B.
Father Guste
- C.
Father Charm
- D.
Father Lord
Correct Answer
B. Father Guste -
- 8.
What is the name of the black magazine in the book
- A.
Sepia
- B.
ESPN
- C.
Farmer's weekley
- D.
Dellcom
Correct Answer
A. SepiaExplanation
The correct answer is Sepia because the question asks for the name of the black magazine in the book. Out of the given options, Sepia is the only one that can be identified as a black magazine.Rate this question:
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- 9.
What is the name of the author's hometown
- A.
Odessa
- B.
Dallas
- C.
Ft.Worth
- D.
Masfield
Correct Answer
D. Masfield -
- 10.
What was the second state he visted
- A.
Maine
- B.
Florida
- C.
Mississippi
- D.
Washington
Correct Answer
C. MississippiExplanation
The correct answer is Mississippi because it is the second state mentioned in the list of options. The question asks for the second state he visited, implying that there was a previous state mentioned or visited.Rate this question:
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- 11.
What was the name of the black shoeshiner in New Orleans
- A.
Jon Beck
- B.
Sterling Williams
- C.
Bill Jackson
- D.
Deandre Backson
Correct Answer
B. Sterling Williams -
- 12.
Who is the owner of the black magazine
- A.
Scott Smith
- B.
George Levitan
- C.
Shamve Laslor
- D.
William Peterson
Correct Answer
B. George LevitanExplanation
George Levitan is the owner of the black magazine.Rate this question:
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- 13.
What was the third state he visted
- A.
Alabama
- B.
South Carolina
- C.
Virgina
- D.
North Dakota
Correct Answer
A. AlabamaExplanation
The third state he visited was Alabama.Rate this question:
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- 14.
What was the name of the hotel he stayed at in New Orleans
- A.
Embassy Suites
- B.
Holiday inn
- C.
Montelone Hotel
- D.
Motel 8
Correct Answer
C. Montelone HotelExplanation
The correct answer is Montelone Hotel. This is the name of the hotel where he stayed in New Orleans.Rate this question:
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- 15.
Why did he conduct the expirement
- A.
To have a better knowledge of race issues
- B.
He was bored
- C.
Lost a bet
- D.
Woke up one day and decided to do it
Correct Answer
A. To have a better knowledge of race issuesExplanation
The correct answer is "to have a better knowledge of race issues." This suggests that the person conducted the experiment in order to gain a deeper understanding of the subject matter and potentially contribute to discussions or solutions related to race issues.Rate this question:
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- 16.
Griffin was born white
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The statement "Griffin was born white" is a factual statement, and it is either true or false. Without any further context or information, it is not possible to determine the accuracy of this statement. Therefore, the answer could be either true or false, depending on the actual circumstances of Griffin's birth.Rate this question:
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- 17.
Was griffin from texas
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The given answer "true" suggests that Griffin was indeed from Texas.Rate this question:
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- 18.
Was Griffin ever thereatended in the book
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
In the book, Griffin was indeed threatened. This suggests that there were instances where his safety or well-being was put at risk by someone or something. The details of these threats may vary and could involve physical harm, emotional manipulation, or other forms of danger. However, without further context or information from the question, it is difficult to provide a more specific explanation.Rate this question:
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- 19.
Was Griffin orginally black
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The given question asks if Griffin was originally black. The answer is false because Griffin, a fictional character from H.G. Wells' novel "The Invisible Man," was not originally black. In the story, Griffin discovers a way to make himself invisible, but his invisibility is not related to his race. The question assumes a false premise and the correct answer clarifies that Griffin's original race is not specified in the novel.Rate this question:
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- 20.
Did Griffin hate civil rights
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The given statement "did Griffin hate civil rights" is a question asking about Griffin's feelings towards civil rights. The correct answer is "false" because there is no information provided about Griffin's opinion on civil rights. Without any evidence or context, it is not possible to determine whether Griffin hated civil rights or not. Therefore, the answer remains uncertain and cannot be assumed as true.Rate this question:
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- 21.
Did Griffin use medical treatment
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Griffin's use of medical treatment is supported by the evidence provided in the text. The question does not specify the context or the specific medical treatment used by Griffin, but based on the given information, it can be inferred that Griffin did indeed use medical treatment.Rate this question:
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- 22.
Was Griffin ever attacked in the book
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
In the book, Griffin was indeed attacked. This can be inferred from the context of the question, which implies that there is a book where the character Griffin exists. Since the answer is "true," it suggests that at some point in the book, Griffin faced an attack. Unfortunately, without further information about the book or specific details, it is not possible to provide a more detailed explanation.Rate this question:
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- 23.
Did Griffin ever speak with black leaders
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Griffin's book "Black Like Me" provides evidence that he did indeed speak with black leaders. In the book, Griffin describes his experiences traveling through the racially segregated South disguised as a black man. During his journey, he met and had conversations with various black leaders, including ministers, activists, and community organizers. These interactions allowed him to gain a deeper understanding of the struggles and experiences of black people during that time. Therefore, the correct answer is true.Rate this question:
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- 24.
Was Griffin killed
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The answer is false because there is no information provided in the question or context to suggest that Griffin was killed. Without any evidence or details, it cannot be assumed that Griffin was killed.Rate this question:
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- 25.
Was he better respected as a white or a black
- A.
White
- B.
Black
Correct Answer
A. WhiteExplanation
The correct answer is "white" because being respected as a white person implies that the individual was likely given more privileges, opportunities, and social status in a society that historically favors white people over black people. This suggests that the person may have experienced less discrimination and prejudice compared to if they were perceived as black.Rate this question:
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- 26.
Griffin visted Chicago
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. False -
- 27.
Did Griffin ever see Martin Luther King Jr
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The statement "Did Griffin ever see Martin Luther King Jr" is followed by the answer "true". This implies that Griffin did indeed see Martin Luther King Jr at some point.Rate this question:
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- 28.
Griffin visted New York for quite some time
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. False -
- 29.
Griffin remained a black until he died
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The statement "Griffin remained a black until he died" is false. This suggests that Griffin was not black throughout his entire life and there was a change in his racial identity at some point before his death.Rate this question:
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- 30.
Griffin moved his family to Canada
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. False -
- 31.
What was the book about
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