American Citizenship and Racial Identity

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What did the protagonist learn about themselves from the experience mentioned in the text?

They learned they are too dependent on others

They learned they are not capable of protecting themselves

They learned they have power and determination (correct)

They learned they are afraid of working

Why was the protagonist allowed to stay out until eleven at night?

Because their sibling ensured proper behavior and safety (correct)

Because their mother didn't care about their safety

Because they could not be trusted without their sibling

Because their sibling was a bad influence on them

Why did the directors refuse to allow a dance on one particular night at the Booker T. Washington Center?

There was a shortage of staff to supervise the dance

A dance had already been held the previous night (correct)

There was a lack of interest from the teenagers in having a dance

The center had banned all social events for that week

Why did the protagonist end up realizing that Bailey was missing that evening?

They were swept along by the group and didn't notice Bailey was missing Signup and view all the answers

What was Bailey's role when it came to the protagonist staying out late?

He ensured proper behavior and acted as a guide for the protagonist Signup and view all the answers

What was the general sentiment of the group when they decided to go to the Mission District to eat tamales?

They were excited and enthusiastic about their plan Signup and view all the answers

What was the reason behind Vivian's father evading immigration agents successfully?

He jumped from a banana boat in Tampa, Florida. Signup and view all the answers

How did Vivian's mother entertain her children at the kitchen table?

By whirling her braids like ropes Signup and view all the answers

What term was used to describe Vivian's mother due to having one-eighth Negro blood?

Octoroon Signup and view all the answers

Why did Vivian's family become known as the 'Bad Baxters'?

Due to their father's violent threats towards them Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean when it is mentioned that Vivian's mother could pass for white?

She was light-colored enough to be mistaken as a white person Signup and view all the answers

How did Vivian's father feel about being an American citizen?

He spoke proudly about it Signup and view all the answers

What did the protagonist consider doing when they realized they were in the room of the person who harmed them?

Searching for a weapon to defend themselves Signup and view all the answers

Why couldn't the protagonist make any sounds when they tried to shout?

The pain made it impossible Signup and view all the answers

Where did the person who harmed the protagonist go to get juice?

Corner store Signup and view all the answers

What was the protagonist's initial reaction when the person decided to nurse them back to health?

Fear Signup and view all the answers

Who does the protagonist hope will help them in their dire situation?

Landlord Signup and view all the answers

What was Maya Johnson's job on the railway?

Chau eur Signup and view all the answers

What was the reaction of the protagonist's mother when she saw them in the room?

Fainting Signup and view all the answers

Why did the company claim Maya Johnson was the first black person to work on the railway?

Because another employee was passing for white Signup and view all the answers

What was the reason the man had been able to work on the railway for twenty years?

He was passing for white Signup and view all the answers

How did Maya Johnson feel when she received her uniform?

Like a woman Signup and view all the answers

What did Maya's mother do while Maya worked on the streetcar?

Followed her in a car until dawn Signup and view all the answers

What did Maya's mother do after following her to work?

Headed back home immediately Signup and view all the answers

What did the speaker's mother say about her marriage?

She hoped her daughter would be happy but did not lie about her expectations. Signup and view all the answers

Why did the speaker leave her job at the record store?

Her husband, Tosh, asked her to leave due to jealousy. Signup and view all the answers

What did the speaker and Tosh shop for when setting up their new home?

Kitchen appliances, like a stove and refrigerator Signup and view all the answers

How did the speaker feel about being a housewife?

She loved it but missed her mother's presence. Signup and view all the answers

Why did the speaker apply for a job at the Metropolitan Life Insurance Company?

At Tosh's suggestion due to men flirting with her at her previous job. Signup and view all the answers

How did the speaker feel about the attention she received at the record store?

She enjoyed it and felt flattered. Signup and view all the answers