Midnight Without a Moon by Linda Williams Jackson True and False
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True or false: The narrator's grandfather was a tenant farmer.

True

True or false: The narrator's brother Fred Lee was born in June 1943.

True

True or false: The narrator's grandmother, Ma Pearl, was as tall as a mountain.

False

True or false: The narrator was allowed to stay in the house while Miss Addie arrived.

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True or false: Aunt Rose was not surprised to see Mr. Pete's car in the yard when she returned home.

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True or false: Chicago is a typical visit for colored folks.

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True or false: Aunt Rose and Fred Lee have been invited to Mama and Mr. Pete's house.

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True or false: Mama left Aunt Rose and Fred Lee behind to marry Mr. Pete.

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True or false: Aunt Rose and Fred Lee were too young to come with Mama when she left.

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True or false: Mama's departure had no impact on Aunt Rose and Fred Lee.

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True or false: Mr. Pete is not interested in pretty faces.

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True or false: Aunt Rose felt abandoned and hurt when Mama left.

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True or false: The text does not highlight the complex emotions resulting from Mama's decision to leave.

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True or false: Aunt Rose and Fred Lee saw their mother frequently after she left.

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True or false: Aunt Rose did not feel excluded from Mama's new family with Mr. Pete.

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True or false: Mama's decision to leave had no effect on the family dynamics.

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True or false: The protagonist's mother is leaving to become a mother to two other children and a memory to the protagonist and her brother.

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True or false: The protagonist's mother had the protagonist at fifteen and another child at sixteen.

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True or false: The protagonist's mother is heading to Chicago and most likely won't return.

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True or false: The protagonist is heavily disciplined by her grandmother, Ma Pearl, and is only allowed around two boys.

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True or false: The protagonist's mother, also called Mama, encourages the protagonist to come inside to say goodbye.

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True or false: The protagonist is reluctant to go inside due to her grandmother's chatter and her stomach issues.

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True or false: Ma Pearl scolds the protagonist for being dirty when she enters the house.

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True or false: The protagonist's dress is stained, and she tries to explain the stains but is interrupted.

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True or false: The protagonist's stepbrother, Li’ Man, is blamed for the dress stains and is made to apologize.

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True or false: The protagonist is humiliated and commanded to change into cleaner clothes suitable for Ma Pearl's parlor.

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True or false: Ma Pearl's parlor is described as a special space reserved for special people and holds furniture from a grand white house up the road.

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True or false: The protagonist's grandmother, Ma Pearl, has an attitude of not turning down anything from white folks and making sure they see her using it.

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True or false: The narrator recalls Mama's attachment to a watermelon, believing it was loved more than herself.

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True or false: The narrator encounters Ricky Turner, known for harassing colored folks, on her way to deliver eggs.

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True or false: Ricky and his friends drive recklessly, causing the narrator to drop and crack the eggs she was meant to deliver.

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True or false: After the narrator throws a rock at Ricky's truck, he threatens her, causing her to feel scared and vulnerable.

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True or false: The narrator reflects on Jimmy Robinson's change in behavior towards her brother and wonders about his association with Ricky.

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True or false: The contrast between the Robinsons' grand house and the narrator's humble home is highlighted.

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True or false: The narrator finds comfort in seeing Mr. Pete's shiny new car parked in their yard.

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True or false: Mr. Pete, the narrator's stepfather, is proud of his new DeSoto car, which stands out in the community.

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True or false: The rarity and uniqueness of Mr. Pete's car is emphasized, as it is unlike anything seen in Stillwater.

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True or false: The narrator notes the disparity between how the white folks in Stillwater live and the humble setting of her own home.

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True or false: The impact of Mr. Pete's new car on the narrator's family is evident, bringing a sense of pride and joy.

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True or false: The narrative highlights the differences in the community and the power dynamics between the white and colored people in Stillwater.

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Ma Pearl is influenced by radio programs about crime in big cities like Chicago and Saint Louis.

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Papa is impressed with Mr. Pete, the man Mama is leaving with.

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The narrator eventually sits beside Mama and Sugar on the settee.

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Fred Lee, the narrator’s brother, is supportive of Mama's decision to leave for Chicago.

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Mr. Pete discusses his new job at Armour and Company, making soap instead of handling meat.

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Papa expresses skepticism about Mr. Pete's job, questioning the idea of a meat factory making soap.

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Ma Pearl and Mama are excitedly discussing their plans for Chicago and their new apartment.

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Papa remains optimistic about Mr. Pete's decision to sell his land and move to the city for a job making soap.

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Mr. Pete defends his decision, stating that he sold his land to buy an opportunity and a future for his children.

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The family dynamics and tensions surrounding Mama’s decision to migrate to Chicago are evident throughout the conversation.

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The passage provides insight into the family members' perspectives on the migration and their concerns about life in the city.

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True or false: The narrator initially tries to hold back tears but eventually succumbs to sobbing and seeks privacy to release her emotions.

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True or false: Monday brings a heavy workload for the protagonist, and the absence of her mother contributes to her emotional and physical paralysis.

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True or false: Mama's frequent visits to the family when she was in Greenwood made the protagonist feel assured of seeing her occasionally.

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True or false: The protagonist's grandmother, Ma Pearl, calls for her to get up on Monday morning to start the day's chores.

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True or false: The protagonist enjoys waking up early to work in the fields with her grandmother, Ma Pearl.

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True or false: Ma Pearl becomes defensive when the protagonist questions the absence of Mr. Albert Jackson and his sons.

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True or false: The protagonist becomes annoyed by Ma Pearl's singing on non-church days.

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True or false: The protagonist studies Ma Pearl's face for clues as she works on the dough.

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True or false: The text captures the protagonist's internal struggle and curiosity about the unusual events.

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True or false: Ma Pearl dismisses the protagonist's complaints about working in the fields.

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True or false: Ma Pearl is open and transparent about Mr. Albert Jackson's absence when questioned by the protagonist.

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True or false: The protagonist is content with her responsibilities within the family dynamics.

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True or false: Ma Pearl's singing on non-church days is typical behavior.

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True or false: The protagonist's unhappiness about working in the fields is evident in the text.

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True or false: The protagonist's suspicions about Mr. Albert's absence are unjustified.

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True or false: The passage sheds light on the family's dynamics and the protagonist's responsibilities.

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True or false: Levi, the young man who was shot and killed, had recently turned 21 and registered to vote.

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True or false: Hallelujah, who turned 14, aspires to marry Queen, but she is not interested in him.

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True or false: Rosa Lee experiences shock and nausea upon learning about Levi's death.

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True or false: Levi was not yet of voting age but recently turned 21 and registered.

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True or false: Hallelujah has lost three mothers in his life, all four years apart, due to rumors about Reverend Jenkins.

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True or false: The news of Levi's death deeply affects Rosa Lee, prompting intense emotional reactions.

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True or false: The text captures the profound impact of Levi's death on the characters, particularly Rosa Lee.

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True or false: Levi, a hardworking young man, was shot and killed after registering to vote.

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True or false: Rosa Lee and Hallelujah remember Levi fondly, emphasizing his positive qualities.

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True or false: Hallelujah supports and comforts Rosa Lee as she processes the tragic news.

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True or false: Rosa Lee expresses anger and sorrow over the senseless killing of Levi.

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True or false: The protagonist, Rose Lee Carter, is not concerned about Mr. Albert's well-being

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True or false: The tragic news of Levi's death deeply impacts the characters, particularly Hallelujah.

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True or false: Ma Pearl expresses racist views, believing that colored people should stay in their place to avoid trouble with white people

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True or false: Rose Lee is worried about Mr. Albert's safety due to the killing of Reverend George Lee for helping colored folks register to vote

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True or false: Ma Pearl believes that 'a Negro ain’t got the right to do nothing ’cept live free and die'

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True or false: Rose Lee is tasked with chores and is warned not to wake her sister, Queen, who didn't sleep well

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True or false: Queen, who is two years older than Rose Lee, lives with Ma Pearl and Papa instead of with her mother, Aunt Clara Jean

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True or false: The text is set in 1956 Mississippi and depicts the racial tensions and challenges faced by a young African American girl

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True or false: The narrative highlights the oppressive nature of racism and the daily struggles of a young girl in a racially segregated society

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True or false: Rose Lee reflects on the unbearable heat and describes her struggles with milking a cow named Ellie

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True or false: The protagonist's mother is Aunt Clara Jean

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True or false: Aunt Clara Jean refuses to disclose the identity of Queen's father

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True or false: The protagonist, Rose Lee Carter, lives in a racially integrated community in 1956 Mississippi

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True or false: Rose dreams of a better life in Chicago attending integrated schools and becoming a doctor.

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True or false: Hallelujah Jenkins, the preacher's son, is known for his distinctive appearance and is considered delicate for farm work.

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True or false: Rose's family is relatively better off than others due to Papa's position as a farmer, unlike those working for harsh straw bosses.

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True or false: Rose's mother, Ma Pearl, values light skin and beauty, favoring Queen over Rose due to her light complexion.

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True or false: Rose's aspirations include buying her father a new car and a big house, and providing for her family.

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True or false: Rose's father, Papa, is a respected farmer, entrusted with managing Mr. Robinson's cotton.

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True or false: The story portrays the challenges faced by a black family in Mississippi, with Rose dreaming of a better future.

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True or false: Rose's mother, Ma Pearl, is critical of Rose's appearance, predicting her skin would darken soon after birth.

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True or false: Hallelujah Jenkins, the preacher's son, is Rose's best friend and a privileged colored boy in Leflore County, Mississippi.

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True or false: The protagonist, Rose, is dark-skinned, unlike her light-skinned sister, Queen, and is assigned to work in the fields due to her complexion.

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True or false: Rose's family dynamics involve Ma Pearl favoring Queen and Papa being supportive of Rose's aspirations.

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True or false: Hallelujah is known for his distinctive appearance and is considered delicate for farm work.

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True or false: The narrator is slow at chopping because there aren't many weeds in the field.

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True or false: Hallelujah is seen wearing a dark brown fedora instead of a straw hat in the heat.

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True or false: The protagonist's stepbrother, Li’ Man, helps out with chopping in the field.

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True or false: Reverend Jenkins waves and drives off after a brief interaction with the protagonist and Hallelujah.

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True or false: The story takes place on a Tuesday, July 26

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True or false: Hallelujah informs Rosa Lee about the murder of Reverend George Lee

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True or false: Rosa Lee is skeptical about the possibility of desegregation in Mississippi

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True or false: Slick Charlie chases hens in the backyard, leading to a lighthearted moment

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True or false: Hallelujah expresses his ambition to go to Ohio

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True or false: The chapter ends with the scent of pinto beans cooking and a sense of hope

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True or false: Rosa Lee and Hallelujah work in the fields and discuss quitting time

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True or false: Rosa Lee is influenced by the magazines she reads

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True or false: Hallelujah mentions the Supreme Court case Brown v. Board of Education

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True or false: Rosa Lee and Hallelujah discuss the fear of white people and the importance of voting

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True or false: Hallelujah is known for his distinctive appearance and is considered delicate for farm work

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True or false: The impact of Mr. Pete's new car on the narrator's family is evident, bringing a sense of pride and joy

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True or false: The preacher, Reverend E. D. Blake, delivers a speech about God's timing and ways

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True or false: The narrator disagrees with the preacher's words and feels that Levi was killed by a white man's bullet

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True or false: The NAACP attempts to get involved after Levi's death but is discouraged by Mr. Albert

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True or false: Levi's funeral is paid for by Mr. Robinson, causing annoyance among the community

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True or false: Louvenia Smith, a self-appointed funeral singer, sings at the funeral and causes Miss Etta to faint

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True or false: The text provides a vivid description of the funeral atmosphere and the behavior of various characters

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True or false: The narrator's internal conflict and observations of racial dynamics are key themes in the text

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True or false: Miss Etta is helped by ushers and is described as being similar in size to Ma Pearl

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True or false: The White Citizens’ Council is mentioned, and the narrator overhears a conversation about protecting the rights of white people

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True or false: The scene involves characters washing hands with lye soap and arriving home

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True or false: The narrator reflects on the peace over power mentality of her father, and her desire to leave Mississippi

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True or false: Queen's demeanor towards Hallelujah is harsh and unwelcoming

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True or false: The narrator attends the funeral of Levi Jackson at Little Ebenezer Baptist Church

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True or false: Ma Pearl's reaction to finding okra in the beans leads to her disciplining Rose Lee

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True or false: Miss Etta, Levi Jackson's mother, is seen distributing tissues and fanning mourners despite her own tears

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True or false: Papa's interaction with Hallelujah at the dinner table is warm and encouraging

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True or false: Rose Lee's prayer at the dinner table leads to Ma Pearl's angry response

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True or false: Rose Lee's reaction to the food and her action to appease Ma Pearl shows her obedience

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True or false: Mrs. Vergene Miller's funeral deeply impacts the protagonist, Rose Lee

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True or false: The funeral scene portrays men crying for the first time, an observation that affects Rose Lee

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True or false: The scene introduces the protagonist, Rose Lee, at a young age

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True or false: There is a description of the silence and tension at the dinner table after an incident

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True or false: Rose Lee's behavior leads to tension at the dinner table after the incident

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True or false: The protagonist's prayer at the dinner table leads to a positive response from Ma Pearl

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True or false: The only Negro-owned business in Stillwater, Mississippi, faced vandalism and discrimination?

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True or false: Ma Pearl disapproves of Jet magazine, as she caught the narrator and Hallelujah looking at it?

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True or false: The Robinsons, white landowners, are considered generous by the narrator's family?

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True or false: The largest white-owned newspaper in Mississippi, the Clarion-Ledger, portrays the NAACP as troublemakers?

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True or false: The text provides a glimpse into the racial dynamics, discrimination, and the secret involvement in civil rights activism in Stillwater, Mississippi?

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True or false: Hallelujah takes a break from working at Miss Bertha Jenkins' grocery store?

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True or false: Reverend Jenkins is secretly involved with the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP)?

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True or false: Ma Pearl agrees with the portrayal of the NAACP as troublemakers and discourages association with them?

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True or false: Mr. Robinson threatens to expel any Negro causing trouble, including the narrator's father?

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True or false: Medgar Evers, a prominent figure in the NAACP, is mentioned in the text?

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True or false: The narrator appreciates Hallelujah's friendship and his willingness to share information about the NAACP and their efforts to help colored people advance?

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True or false: The text mentions the tragic incident in Belzoni where Reverend Lee was killed?

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True or false: The protagonist's ambition to pursue a college education is driven by a desire to escape a life of working in the cotton fields?

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True or false: The protagonist's mother, Ma Pearl, is indifferent towards the importance of education for colored children in the Delta?

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True or false: The protagonist expresses a strong determination to avoid the fate of working as a cotton picker like her father and cleaning up after white women like Mrs. Robinson?

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True or false: The protagonist's ambition to pursue a college education is influenced by the tragic fate of Levi Jackson, who was unable to fulfill his dreams due to a fatal incident?

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True or false: The protagonist receives the pretty dresses promised by Aunt Belle from the Sears and Roebuck catalog

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True or false: Aunt Belle moves to Saint Louis and opens a beauty shop after completing only eighth grade

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True or false: Aunt Belle brings clothes for the protagonist and her sister every August before school

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True or false: The protagonist's mother, Ma Pearl, sometimes denies the protagonist her clothes

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True or false: Aunt Belle arrives with a man named Aaron, described as 'as dark as midnight without a moon'

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True or false: The protagonist's family welcomes Aunt Belle and Aaron with enthusiasm

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True or false: The protagonist's reaction to seeing Aaron is focused on his exceptionally dark skin

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True or false: The family's reaction to Aaron's arrival is one of curiosity and surprise

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True or false: The protagonist's description of Aaron's dark skin and the family's reaction reflects the racial dynamics of the time

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True or false: Aunt Belle's promise to buy the dresses from Sears and Roebuck for the protagonist is fulfilled

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True or false: Ma Pearl keeps their good clothes in her room and sometimes denies the protagonist her clothes

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True or false: The family's living situation and the dynamics between the characters reflect their struggles and tensions.

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True or false: Aunt Belle brings a man named Aaron Montgomery Ward Harris, who proudly shares his name's origin

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True or false: The narrator's aunt, referred to as 'Baby Susta,' is planning to visit from St. Louis, causing excitement and extra work for the family.

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True or false: The family prioritizes cleaning and preparing for the visit, particularly the guest room that belonged to the narrator's late grandmother.

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True or false: The letter also mentions the upcoming visit of the narrator's sister, and the anticipation of gifts from her.

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True or false: The narrator's resentment towards her mother's marriage to Mr. Pete is evident, and she struggles with her feelings towards her family.

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True or false: The family faces financial struggles and the mother expresses concern about finding work.

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True or false: The narrator reads a letter from her mother to her family, discussing their move to Chicago and their living conditions.

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True or false: The anticipation of a visit and the family dynamics are central themes in the text.

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True or false: The text highlights the extra work and excitement caused by the upcoming visit of the narrator's aunt.

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True or false: The narrator's internal conflict and feelings towards her family are evident throughout the narrative.

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True or false: The letter from the mother expresses concern about finding work due to the family's financial struggles.

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True or false: The family's preparations for the upcoming visit reflect the significance of the event and their desire to make a good impression.

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True or false: The narrator's mother left for Chicago, leaving the children to fend for themselves, and the narrator takes on a caretaker role for Fred Lee.

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True or false: The family struggles financially, and the children are left to pick pecans to try to earn money.

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True or false: The narrator lies to Fred Lee about why their mother left, and Fred Lee expresses a desire to leave as soon as he can earn some money.

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True or false: The family also relies on livestock, such as pigs and chickens, for food and income.

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True or false: The narrator's determination to improve their situation through education and hard work is a recurring theme.

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True or false: Fred Lee plans to pick pecans to earn money, but the narrator doubts it will be enough.

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True or false: The family's poverty and hardships have a significant impact on the children's lives and aspirations.

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True or false: Growing up in poverty has no impact on family dynamics and individual aspirations.

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True or false: The narrator's dreams of having a house with modern amenities and is determined to achieve it through education.

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True or false: The narrator's brother, Fred Lee, is outgoing and sociable.

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True or false: The family's troubled history includes a mean and violent relative named Slow John.

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True or false: The narrator's mother never returns after leaving for Chicago.

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True or false: The narrator's father, Papa, was unable to read and write?

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True or false: The narrator's mother, Ma Pearl, was dissatisfied with a letter from the narrator's mother due to unfulfilled promises and poor penmanship, causing tension in the household?

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True or false: The narrator's mother, who had to quit school at fifteen, struggles with spelling and writing, as evidenced in a letter to her parents about her new life in Chicago?

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True or false: Queen, a character in the story, is proud of her mother's eighth-grade education, and the narrator feels her pride is unwarranted as her mother also dropped out of school?

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True or false: The narrator's father, Papa, enjoyed reading the Memphis Commercial Appeal, a white-owned newspaper?

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True or false: The letter from the narrator's mother reveals her struggles in Chicago, including difficulties finding jobs and adjusting to the city's different lifestyle compared to Mississippi?

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True or false: The narrator's mother's letter also mentions a visit from Baby Susta and her upcoming trip to Mississippi, adding a personal touch to the struggles she faces?

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True or false: The family dynamics and educational aspirations of the characters in the story reflect the challenges and dreams of African Americans in Mississippi during that time?

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True or false: The narrator and her family left Mississippi due to their hopes for better education opportunities up north?

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True or false: The narrator's seventh-grade teacher, Miss Johnson, expressed hope for integration in Mississippi, citing the efforts of NAACP field secretary Medgar Evers and the construction of new colored schools?

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True or false: Miss Johnson and Reverend Jenkins believed that despite segregated schools, change was imminent in Mississippi, and Reverend Jenkins had attended Tougaloo, a colored college?

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True or false: The narrator's parents, Ma Pearl and Papa, had differing literacy levels, with Papa teaching himself to read, and Ma Pearl being unable to read or write?

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True or false: Rose Lee is forbidden from returning to school by her mother, Ma Pearl?

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True or false: Rose Lee's mother insists that she doesn't need more education and should instead work in the cotton fields?

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True or false: Papa is concerned about who will help with the cotton picking in the absence of Rose Lee?

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True or false: Monty questions the length of time Rose Lee will be absent from school?

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Ma Pearl supports Rose Lee's aspirations for college

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Rose Lee confides in Hallelujah about Ma Pearl's decision and her father's silence on the matter

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Reverend Jenkins adds Wednesday night services to the church schedule, causing inconvenience

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Rose Lee feels like a 'lamb to the slaughter' and unable to defend herself against Ma Pearl's opposition

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Rose Lee discusses her predicament with Hallelujah during church, breaking the rules

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Rose Lee fears the possibility of being forced to quit school with only a seventh-grade education

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Rose Lee contemplates her future and worries about not being as fortunate as her mother

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Rose Lee reflects on her lack of prospects for marriage and children due to her lack of education

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Ma Pearl dismisses the value of education and opposes Rose Lee's aspirations for college

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Rose Lee feels humiliated and crushed by Ma Pearl's opposition to her education

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Rose Lee's plea to her father to find someone else to help with cotton picking is rejected by Ma Pearl

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Gal's fear of Hallelujah stems from an incident where Hallelujah chased and frightened Gal's sister, Queen

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Miss Addie is known for her wisdom and midwifery skills

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Gal considers leaving Mississippi due to the danger of standing up for rights

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Lamar Smith was killed for helping others register to vote in Mississippi

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The text provides insight into the characters' fears and the historical context of racial violence

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Reverend George Lee and Levi Jackson were also killed for their activism

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The narrative depicts the struggle for civil rights and the personal impact on individuals

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Miss Addie welcomes Gal and Hallelujah into her home

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Gal rides to Miss Addie's in a car driven by Hallelujah, Reverend Jenkins' son

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The narrator expresses a desire to avoid the fate of working as a cotton picker and cleaning up after white women like Mrs. Robinson

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The story illustrates the dangers faced by activists in Mississippi during the civil rights era

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The text highlights the extra work and excitement caused by the upcoming visit of the narrator's aunt

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True or false: The narrator is focused on being the first in her family to graduate from high school, unlike Hallelujah who aspires to be a surgeon.

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True or false: The living conditions involve using a pot in a back room as an indoor toilet and taking baths in a tin tub.

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True or false: Queen leaves the house and gets into a pickup truck belonging to Ricky Turner, causing concern for the narrator.

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True or false: Hallelujah is a skilled driver from a young age and drives the narrator to their destination with confidence.

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True or false: The narrator is excited when Hallelujah arrives to pick her up, showing her trust in him.

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True or false: The story portrays the challenging living conditions and the mysterious actions of Queen, adding a sense of suspense to the narrative.

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True or false: The text captures the aspirations and challenges of the characters, with a focus on education, family, and the church community.

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True or false: The church provides a repast after Wednesday night service, and the narrator drinks too much sweet tea.

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True or false: The back room is the only room with electricity in the house, although it lacks proper plumbing.

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True or false: The narrator catches Queen sneaking out of the house in new clothes, and Queen is evasive about her actions.

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True or false: The narrator aspires to leave Mississippi and get an education, but lacks the courage to defy Ma Pearl.

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True or false: Hallelujah, the narrator's friend, encourages her to pray and have faith in God for a way out.

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Miss Addie's house is a shotgun house with three rooms - front, middle, and back, and minimal furniture.

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The front room serves as both Miss Addie's bedroom and living room, with only a bed, rocking chair, spit cup, and a tree stump in the middle.

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Miss Addie's granddaughter, Jinx, lives in the middle room and acts as her caregiver.

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Miss Addie is believed to have a sixth sense due to being born with a caul, but others think she is senile.

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Miss Addie seems to have a vision or premonition about an impending event, causing tension with Jinx.

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Miss Addie's prophecy involves a boy and a significant event that will shake up Mississippi, reminiscent of the flood of twenty-seven.

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Jinx dismisses Miss Addie's prophecies as crazy talk and accuses her of practicing witchcraft.

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Miss Addie remains convinced that something significant is about to happen, despite Jinx's protests.

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Miss Addie falls into a trance and points to the ceiling, claiming the time for repentance is approaching.

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The visitors, feeling uneasy, decide to leave as Miss Addie continues with her cryptic statements.

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The text conveys a sense of tension, unease, and mystery surrounding Miss Addie and her prophecies.

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True or false: Aunt Belle is described as a city gal who brings fancy clothes to the protagonist's home in Mississippi.

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True or false: Ma Pearl believes that city niggas try to act like they are white and as good as them.

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True or false: Aunt Belle expresses her desire for something better for herself and signifies not just the house, but all of Mississippi.

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True or false: Ma Pearl dismisses the value of education and opposes Rose Lee's aspirations for college.

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True or false: The narrator fakes a summer cold with the help of a black-pepper-filled handkerchief and sitting close to the woodstove?

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True or false: The narrator feels guilty for wishing to be more like their cousin Queen?

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True or false: The room is dark due to the thick curtains Ma Pearl made to block out the sunlight, preventing the narrator from seeing their reflection clearly?

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True or false: The date in the text is September 1, and the narrator is supposed to be picking cotton.

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True or false: The narrator feels sick and tired of the ongoing events and emotions.

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True or false: Aunt Belle is absent, focusing on searching for the missing boy.

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True or false: The narrator reflects on the desire to be white and the societal pressures related to skin color.

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True or false: Ma Pearl expresses concern over the boy's fate, suggesting he may already be dead.

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True or false: The narrator struggles with heavy-hearted feelings and a sense of hopelessness.

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True or false: The narrator's attempt to lighten her skin with bleaching cream is described.

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True or false: The narrator shares experiences of feeling mistreated within and outside the African American community.

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True or false: The narrator fears for the boy's life and worries about the escalating racial violence in Mississippi.

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True or false: Mr. Bryant and a big bald-headed man, possibly Milam, are believed to be involved in the abduction.

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True or false: Ma Pearl and Papa discuss the abduction of a boy from Chicago by two white men.

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True or false: The Mississippi Trial, 1955, is set in a time of racial tension and violence in Mississippi.

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True or false: Aunt Belle's main focus has shifted from visiting family to registering people to vote.

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True or false: The Supreme Court outlawed school segregation in Kansas with the Brown versus Board of Education ruling.

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True or false: The White Citizens’ Council formed in the Delta and spread throughout the South to oppose integration.

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True or false: The Council uses scare tactics to prevent African Americans from registering to vote.

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True or false: Aunt Belle emphasizes the importance of being brave in a time of conflict and acknowledges the risks.

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True or false: Rose expresses fear for Aunt Belle's safety and suggests leaving the South.

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True or false: Rose pleads with Aunt Belle to take her away from the South, but Aunt Belle declines.

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True or false: Rose feels crushed and disappointed by Aunt Belle's decision.

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True or false: Rose sleeps for hours, feeling indifferent to her surroundings and Aunt Belle's departure.

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True or false: Rose notices Queen's bed being made, indicating the passage of time.

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True or false: The Council uses peaceful methods to discourage African Americans from registering to vote.

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True or false: Aunt Belle's dedication to helping her people is not explained in the text.

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True or false: Ma Pearl blames the missing boy and his mother for his disappearance?

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True or false: Papa expresses concern for the missing boy and his family, criticizing the actions of the men who took the boy?

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True or false: The family's conversation reveals the complex and distressing realities of life for African Americans in Mississippi?

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True or false: Aunt Belle suggests the possibility of the missing boy being lost or scared, sparking concerns about his well-being?

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True or false: The family members express different perspectives on the missing boy, showcasing the diversity of opinions and attitudes within the African American community?

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True or false: The discussion provides insight into the deep-seated fears and concerns that pervade the African American experience in the South?

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True or false: The narrator reflects on a past incident involving a boy passing out in the woods, prompting fears for the missing boy's safety?

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True or false: Ma Pearl and Monty engage in a heated exchange, with Ma Pearl showing little empathy for the missing boy's mother?

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True or false: The family discusses the racial divide and the challenges faced by African Americans in the South?

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True or false: The narrator's family discusses the missing boy, addressing racial tensions and the circumstances of his disappearance?

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True or false: Ma Pearl emphasizes the need for unity and support during such troubling times?

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True or false: The family prioritizes discussing the upcoming visit of a relative over the missing boy's situation?

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True or false: Rose Lee's cousin, Queen, shows indifference to the missing boy's situation, causing Rose Lee distress.

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True or false: Aunt Belle emphasizes the importance of fighting for civil rights, despite the dangers.

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True or false: The conversation reveals the stark contrast between the characters' perspectives on the civil rights struggle.

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True or false: The passage illustrates the internal conflict and growing awareness of the protagonist, Rose Lee, regarding racial injustice and the civil rights movement.

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True or false: Rose Lee realizes she is no longer a child easily influenced by Aunt Belle's dreams and aspirations.

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True or false: Aunt Belle, who is visiting, tries to comfort Rose Lee, but Rose Lee feels neglected by her.

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True or false: The protagonist, Rose Lee, hears Ma Pearl's racist remarks about the treatment of African Americans in Mississippi.

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True or false: A boy from Chicago is missing and the family discusses not going to church.

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True or false: Rose Lee contemplates the racial tensions and fears for the missing boy's safety.

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True or false: Rose Lee references the killings of Levi Jackson and Lamar Smith, highlighting the risks involved in fighting for rights.

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True or false: Rose Lee questions Aunt Belle's commitment to the civil rights cause and challenges her about the risks involved.

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True or false: Aunt Belle, who is visiting, tries to comfort Rose Lee, but Rose Lee feels neglected by her.

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True or false: Miss Wilson is a new teacher at the colored school because she cannot afford to lose her job.

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True or false: Hallelujah thinks Miss Wilson is brave like Preacher Mose and would encourage the students to talk about what happened.

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True or false: Miss Wilson wants the students to put on a patriotic play for the fall and sing the song 'This land is your land. This land is my land.'

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True or false: Rose Lee receives payment for picking cotton in the field.

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True or false: The protagonist in the text wishes to be brave like Preacher Mose and stand up to white people, but struggles with fear and weakness in the face of potential horrors?

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True or false: The protagonist feels exhausted after picking cotton all day, impacting their ability to fully participate in church activities?

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True or false: The protagonist suspects that Preacher Mose's spirit is willing to stand up to white people in the courtroom, but his flesh becomes weak in the dark of the night?

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True or false: The protagonist's internal conflict about standing up to white folks in Mississippi mirrors Preacher Mose's struggle with fear and weakness in the face of potential horrors?

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True or false: Papa threatens Slow John with a shotgun to protect Aunt Ruthie

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True or false: Slow John claims Aunt Ruthie as his wife and begs for her return

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True or false: Ma Pearl disapproves of the situation

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True or false: The community discusses the trial of Roy Bryant and J. W. Milam

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True or false: Monty is angry about beer being consumed in the courthouse during the trial

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True or false: There is frustration with the behavior and treatment of the white press and officials

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True or false: The smell of Maxwell House coffee lingers in the air, adding to the atmosphere

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True or false: The family dynamics and community support are evident during a tense time

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True or false: Reverend Mose Wright's bravery is praised

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True or false: Aunt Ruthie is torn between staying and leaving

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True or false: The conversation provides a sense of community and support for the trial

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True or false: Ma Pearl does not appreciate the conversation and voices her disapproval

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True or false: Aunt Ruthie's children find comfort in Queen, a character who is usually mean and ugly

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True or false: Aunt Ruthie's husband, Slow John, demands her return but is denied by Papa

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True or false: Aunt Ruthie's mother blames her for the abuse and doubts her husband will change

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True or false: Aunt Ruthie expresses her intention to leave her husband for good

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True or false: Aunt Ruthie's children are visibly upset and cling to her for comfort

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True or false: Aunt Ruthie reveals that her husband hit her with a steel-toe boot

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True or false: The narrator struggles with the sadness in the house and confronts the fear of Slow John's presence

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True or false: Aunt Ruthie and her children are given a place to stay for the night

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True or false: Aunt Ruthie's husband continues to demand her return, causing tension in the household

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True or false: Aunt Ruthie and her children arrive at her parents' house in the middle of the night

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True or false: Papa offers Aunt Ruthie and her children a place to stay, while Ma Pearl criticizes her for staying with her abusive husband

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True or false: Aunt Ruthie's children are given a place to stay for the night

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True or false: Ma Pearl expresses skepticism about the involvement of the NAACP and northern Negroes in the community

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True or false: Aunt Belle extends an invitation to Ma Pearl to come to Saint Louis, but Ma Pearl rejects it, citing disdain for Isabelle, and expressing skepticism towards the NAACP and their ability to protect Mose

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True or false: The conversation reveals deep-seated tensions and differing perspectives on race relations, respect, and the role of the NAACP in the community

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True or false: The characters represent a spectrum of attitudes towards race, from skepticism about the NAACP's effectiveness to a desire for justice and change

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True or false: Aunt Belle's frustration with the master-slave existence and desire for justice for Emmett Till reflects a desire for change and a push against the old ways of showing respect based on Jim Crow scare tactics

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True or false: The conversation highlights the complex and fraught nature of race relations in Mississippi, with characters representing a range of perspectives and attitudes

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True or false: The tensions and differing perspectives on race relations reflect the broader societal divisions and conflicts in Mississippi during that time

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True or false: The conversation captures the nuanced and complex dynamics of race, respect, and change in the context of Mississippi during that period

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True or false: Ma Pearl's skepticism about the NAACP's ability to protect Mose and her belief that their involvement will lead to more violence reflects a deep-seated fear and mistrust in the community

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True or false: Ma Pearl expresses her belief that the NAACP will only bring more violence to the community, and she criticizes their inability to protect Mose

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True or false: Reverend Jenkins advocates for change and challenges the old ways of showing respect based on Jim Crow scare tactics, but Ma Pearl pushes back, questioning where they would go if they were thrown off their land

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True or false: The conversation reveals differing views on race relations, with Ma Pearl believing that not all white people are bad and Aunt Belle expressing frustration with the master-slave existence

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True or false: The conversation between Hallelujah and the protagonist primarily focuses on the protagonist's determination to fight for civil rights in Mississippi?

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Hallelujah expresses reluctance to leave Mississippi and reveals his confidence in his own future?

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True or false: The late-night visitor to the protagonist's household is revealed to be Ruthie, seeking Papa's help?

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True or false: The passage depicts the pervasive fear and uncertainty faced by African American families in Mississippi?

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True or false: The text primarily focuses on the potential for a civil war between colored and white people in Mississippi?

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True or false: The protagonist's internal struggle and the family's fear are the central themes in the passage?

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True or false: The scene portrays the tense atmosphere and fear in the household as events unfold?

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True or false: The text highlights the deep-rooted racial tensions and the potential for violence in the community?

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True or false: The passage captures the pervasive atmosphere of fear and tension faced by African American families in Mississippi?

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True or false: The conversation between Hallelujah and the protagonist primarily focuses on economic disparities faced by African Americans in Mississippi?

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True or false: The narrator's uncertainty about joining the fight for civil rights is a central theme in the passage?

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True or false: The scene primarily focuses on the protagonist's determination to leave Mississippi and seek a better future elsewhere?

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True or false: The protagonist expresses a desire to register to vote despite the risks involved?

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True or false: Rose Lee expresses fear and apprehension about the potential consequences of standing up for her rights in Mississippi?

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True or false: Rose Lee's father, Papa, is content with living and potentially dying in Mississippi?

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True or false: Rose Lee's realization about the importance of the younger generation taking a stand reflects the theme of generational responsibility and activism?

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Rose's father initially doubts sending her to school after the cotton harvest

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Monty questions why Rose has to work in the fields instead of other men

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Papa believes Rose is smart and resourceful, unlike the other children

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Papa's decision is influenced by the discrimination faced by uneducated Black people

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Monty offers Rose an opportunity to move to Saint Louis with him and Aunt Belle

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Rose is torn between her desire to move and her loyalty to her father

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Papa eventually gives his reluctant approval for Rose to go to Saint Louis

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The situation is reminiscent of the church's message about finding peace in troubled times

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The text highlights the internal struggle and external pressures faced by Rose

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The passage captures the complexities of family dynamics and the desire for a better future

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Rose reflects on her belief in God and her appearance, and the impact of the recent changes in her life

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

The offer to move brings mixed emotions for Rose and creates tension with Papa

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Rose Lee Carter is accepted for baptism by the congregation

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Rose defies church protocol in expressing her desire to be baptized

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Rose's mother fully supports her decision to be baptized

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Rose's desire to be accepted in heaven is influenced by her father and Reverend Jenkins

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Rose finds a sense of freedom and acceptance after the congregation's approval

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Reverend Jenkins rejects Rose's confession and proposal for baptism

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Rose reconciles with her mother after her baptism is approved

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Rose's thoughts often wander back to the Scripture her father had read

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Rose finds comfort in the idea of being with her father and Jesus in heaven

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Rose's doubts about the concept of heaven are fully resolved by the end of the passage

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Rose's struggle with her mother's religious expectations is a central theme in the passage

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Rose's baptism is met with opposition from the congregation

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Papa is discontent with his life in Mississippi due to racial inequalities?

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Aunt Belle comments on the wealth of white people being built on the labor of African American workers?

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True or false: The protagonist's internal struggle between her desire for education and the limitations imposed by her family and society is a central theme in the text?

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True or false: Monty questions why the protagonist is not in school, prompting reflection on Papa's lack of advocacy for her education?

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True or false: The protagonist's name, 'Rosa,' becomes a symbol of her desire to understand deeper truths and seek a better life?

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True or false: The protagonist's mother, Ma Pearl, encourages the protagonist to come inside to say goodbye?

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Aunt Ruthie's mother blames her for the abuse and doubts her husband will change?

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True or false: The protagonist, Rose Lee Carter, lives in a racially integrated community in 1956 Mississippi?

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True or false: The narrator's internal conflict and observations of racial dynamics are key themes in the text?

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True or false: The narrative highlights the oppressive nature of racism and the daily struggles of a young girl in a racially segregated society?

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True or false: Hallelujah supports and comforts Rosa Lee as she processes the tragic news?

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True or false: Queen's demeanor towards Hallelujah is harsh and unwelcoming?

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True or false: The text describes an instance of family violence against a pregnant woman, Queen, by her mother, Ma Pearl.

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True or false: Queen's father, Papa, reacts with disappointment and leaves the room, showing a lack of support.

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True or false: The incident highlights the lack of familial support and understanding for Queen's pregnancy.

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True or false: The story is set in Mississippi and depicts the challenges faced by African American families in the region.

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True or false: The narrative portrays the distressing impact of violence and lack of support on Queen's well-being.

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True or false: The text highlights the intersection of race, gender, and family dynamics in a challenging social environment.

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True or false: The incident raises awareness about the need for support and understanding for pregnant women facing difficult circumstances.

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True or false: The protagonist, who is observing the abuse, prays for Queen's safety and tries to comfort her, showing empathy and compassion.

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True or false: The incident sheds light on the societal and cultural attitudes towards pregnancy and race in the setting.

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True or false: The text illustrates the harsh reality of family violence and lack of empathy towards Queen's situation.

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True or false: The text captures the pervasive atmosphere of fear and tension faced by African American families in Mississippi.

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True or false: Ma Pearl is influenced by radio programs about crime in big cities like Chicago and Saint Louis.

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Study Notes

Family dynamics and plans for migration

  • The family is preparing for a move to Chicago, and there are differing opinions about the decision within the family.
  • Ma Pearl discusses the dangers of city life, influenced by radio programs about crime in big cities like Chicago and Saint Louis.
  • Papa, wearing his best clothes, is not impressed with Mr. Pete, the man Mama is leaving with.
  • The narrator, hesitant to join the family gathering, eventually sits beside Mama and Sugar on the settee.
  • Fred Lee, the narrator’s brother, is also upset about Mama's decision to leave for Chicago.
  • Mr. Pete discusses his new job at Armour and Company, making soap instead of handling meat.
  • Papa expresses skepticism about Mr. Pete's job, questioning the idea of a meat factory making soap.
  • Ma Pearl and Mama are excitedly discussing their plans for Chicago and their new apartment.
  • Papa remains skeptical about Mr. Pete's decision to sell his land and move to the city for a job making soap.
  • Mr. Pete defends his decision, stating that he sold his land to buy an opportunity and a future for his children.
  • The family dynamics and tensions surrounding Mama’s decision to migrate to Chicago are evident throughout the conversation.
  • The passage provides insight into the family members' perspectives on the migration and their concerns about life in the city.

Life in Mississippi for a young girl and her family

  • The protagonist, Rose, is dark-skinned, unlike her light-skinned sister, Queen, and is assigned to work in the fields due to her complexion.
  • The family works for the Robinsons, and Rose dreams of a better life in Chicago, attending integrated schools and becoming a doctor.
  • Hallelujah Jenkins, the preacher's son, is Rose's best friend and a privileged colored boy in Leflore County, Mississippi.
  • Hallelujah is known for his distinctive appearance and is considered delicate for farm work.
  • Rose's father, Papa, is a respected farmer, entrusted with managing Mr. Robinson's cotton.
  • Rose's mother, Ma Pearl, values light skin and beauty, favoring Queen over Rose due to her light complexion.
  • Rose's aspirations include buying her father a new car and a big house, and providing for her family.
  • Rose's family is relatively better off than others due to Papa's position as a farmer, unlike those working for harsh straw bosses.
  • Rose's mother, Ma Pearl, is critical of Rose's appearance, predicting her skin would darken soon after birth.
  • Rose's family dynamics involve Ma Pearl favoring Queen and Papa being supportive of Rose's aspirations.
  • The story portrays the challenges faced by a black family in Mississippi, with Rose dreaming of a better future.

Life in Stillwater, Mississippi

  • The narrator describes working in the cotton fields under Papa's supervision, in the suffocating heat, dressed in Fred Lee’s overalls and shirt.
  • Hallelujah, the narrator's friend, takes a break from working at Miss Bertha Jenkins' grocery store, the only Negro-owned business in Stillwater, facing vandalism and discrimination.
  • The narrator's mother, Ma Pearl, is nicknamed "Miss Sweet" despite her sour personality, and she prepares beans for Tuesday's meal.
  • The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) is mentioned, with Reverend Jenkins secretly involved and Hallelujah attending meetings.
  • The largest white-owned newspaper in Mississippi, the Clarion-Ledger, portrays the NAACP as troublemakers, while Ma Pearl agrees and discourages association with them.
  • The Robinsons, white landowners, are considered generous by the narrator's family, providing them with resources and allowing them to keep animals on their land.
  • Mr. Robinson threatens to expel any Negro causing trouble, including the narrator's father, and Ma Pearl is cautious not to upset the Robinsons.
  • The narrator appreciates Hallelujah's friendship and his willingness to share information about the NAACP and their efforts to help colored people advance.
  • Medgar Evers, a prominent figure in the NAACP, is mentioned, and the narrator is intrigued by the prospect of his involvement in their community.
  • The narrator recalls a previous incident in Belzoni where Reverend Lee was killed, and Hallelujah mentions that it was reported in colored papers like the Defender and Jet.
  • Ma Pearl disapproves of Jet magazine, as she caught the narrator and Hallelujah looking at it, only seeing the shapely model in the centerfold.
  • The text provides a glimpse into the racial dynamics, discrimination, and the secret involvement in civil rights activism in Stillwater, Mississippi.

Life in Mississippi and the Dreams of Education

  • Albert and Miss Flo-Etta moved to Detroit with their sons, leaving behind Mississippi for good due to their hopes for better education opportunities up north.
  • The narrator's seventh-grade teacher, Miss Johnson, expressed hope for integration in Mississippi, citing the efforts of NAACP field secretary Medgar Evers and the construction of new colored schools.
  • Miss Johnson and Reverend Jenkins believed that despite segregated schools, change was imminent in Mississippi, and Reverend Jenkins had attended Tougaloo, a colored college.
  • The narrator's parents, Ma Pearl and Papa, had differing literacy levels, with Papa teaching himself to read, and Ma Pearl being unable to read or write.
  • Ma Pearl's dissatisfaction with a letter from the narrator's mother due to unfulfilled promises and poor penmanship, causing tension in the household.
  • The narrator's mother, who had to quit school at fifteen, struggles with spelling and writing, as evidenced in a letter to her parents about her new life in Chicago.
  • The narrator feels conflicted about reading her mother's letter out loud, considering its poor quality and not wanting to make her mother appear unintelligent.
  • Queen, a character in the story, is proud of her mother's eighth-grade education, but the narrator feels her pride is unwarranted as her mother also dropped out of school.
  • The narrator's father, Papa, was able to read and enjoyed reading the Memphis Commercial Appeal, a white-owned newspaper.
  • The letter from the narrator's mother reveals her struggles in Chicago, including difficulties finding jobs and adjusting to the city's different lifestyle compared to Mississippi.
  • The narrator's mother's letter also mentions a visit from Baby Susta and her upcoming trip to Mississippi, adding a personal touch to the struggles she faces.
  • The family dynamics and educational aspirations of the characters in the story reflect the challenges and dreams of African Americans in Mississippi during that time.

Miss Addie's House and the Strange Prophecy

  • Miss Addie's house is a shotgun house with three rooms - front, middle, and back, and minimal furniture.
  • The front room serves as both Miss Addie's bedroom and living room, with only a bed, rocking chair, spit cup, and a tree stump in the middle.
  • Miss Addie's granddaughter, Jinx, lives in the middle room and acts as her caregiver.
  • Miss Addie is believed to have a sixth sense due to being born with a caul, but others think she is senile.
  • Miss Addie seems to have a vision or premonition about an impending event, causing tension with Jinx.
  • Miss Addie's cryptic warnings and behavior make the visitors uncomfortable and eager to leave.
  • Miss Addie's prophecy involves a boy and a significant event that will shake up Mississippi, reminiscent of the flood of twenty-seven.
  • Jinx dismisses Miss Addie's prophecies as crazy talk and accuses her of practicing witchcraft.
  • Miss Addie remains convinced that something significant is about to happen, despite Jinx's protests.
  • Miss Addie falls into a trance and points to the ceiling, claiming the time for repentance is approaching.
  • The visitors, feeling uneasy, decide to leave as Miss Addie continues with her cryptic statements.
  • The text conveys a sense of tension, unease, and mystery surrounding Miss Addie and her prophecies.

The Darkest Child: Chapter Seventeen Summary

  • The protagonist, Rose Lee, hears Ma Pearl's racist remarks about the treatment of African Americans in Mississippi.
  • A boy from Chicago is missing and the family discusses not going to church.
  • Rose Lee's cousin, Queen, shows indifference to the missing boy's situation, causing Rose Lee distress.
  • Rose Lee contemplates the racial tensions and fears for the missing boy's safety.
  • Aunt Belle, who is visiting, tries to comfort Rose Lee, but Rose Lee feels neglected by her.
  • Rose Lee expresses her anger and resentment towards Aunt Belle for her absence and lack of support.
  • Rose Lee realizes she is no longer a child easily influenced by Aunt Belle's dreams and aspirations.
  • Rose Lee questions Aunt Belle's commitment to the civil rights cause and challenges her about the risks involved.
  • Aunt Belle emphasizes the importance of fighting for civil rights, despite the dangers.
  • Rose Lee references the killings of Levi Jackson and Lamar Smith, highlighting the risks involved in fighting for rights.
  • The conversation reveals the stark contrast between the characters' perspectives on the civil rights struggle.
  • The passage illustrates the internal conflict and growing awareness of the protagonist, Rose Lee, regarding racial injustice and the civil rights movement.

Racial tensions in Mississippi

  • Hallelujah and the protagonist discuss the struggles faced by African Americans in Mississippi, including land ownership and economic disparities
  • Hallelujah expresses his determination to fight for civil rights and suggests a potential civil war between colored and white people in Mississippi
  • The protagonist expresses uncertainty about joining the fight and reflects on the bravery of others
  • Hallelujah's confidence in his own future and his reluctance to leave Mississippi are revealed
  • The conversation shifts to a late-night visitor, leading to tension and fear in the household
  • Papa retrieves his shotgun in response to the unexpected late-night knock on the door
  • The visitor is revealed to be Ruthie, who was weak and seeking Papa's help
  • The tense atmosphere and fear in the household are palpable as the events unfold
  • The scene depicts the pervasive fear and uncertainty faced by African American families in Mississippi
  • The text highlights the deep-rooted racial tensions and the potential for violence in the community
  • The protagonist's internal struggle and the family's fear are central themes in the passage
  • The passage captures the pervasive atmosphere of fear and tension faced by African American families in Mississippi

Family Violence and Pregnancy in "Coming of Age in Mississippi"

  • The text describes an instance of family violence against a pregnant woman, Queen, by her mother, Ma Pearl.
  • Ma Pearl violently lashes Queen with a strap upon discovering her pregnancy, expressing anger and disappointment.
  • Queen's father, Papa, also reacts with disappointment and leaves the room, showing a lack of support.
  • The incident highlights the lack of familial support and understanding for Queen's pregnancy.
  • Queen is physically and emotionally abused, leading her to express a desire to die.
  • The text illustrates the harsh reality of family violence and lack of empathy towards Queen's situation.
  • The story is set in Mississippi and depicts the challenges faced by African American families in the region.
  • The incident sheds light on the societal and cultural attitudes towards pregnancy and race in the setting.
  • The protagonist, who is observing the abuse, prays for Queen's safety and tries to comfort her, showing empathy and compassion.
  • The narrative portrays the distressing impact of violence and lack of support on Queen's well-being.
  • The text highlights the intersection of race, gender, and family dynamics in a challenging social environment.
  • The incident raises awareness about the need for support and understanding for pregnant women facing difficult circumstances.

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