Mississippi Trial, 1955 Quiz 2 Ch. 4-6

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    What were the majority of arguments between Hiram and his dad about ? ( Especially when the annual invitation came in the mail).

    • Hiram wanting to get a summer job
    • Hiram wanting to visit cousins in Alabama
    • Hiram wanting to go back to Mississippi to spend summers with grampa
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Mississippi Trial, 1955 Quiz 2 Ch. 4-6 tests understanding of key plot points and literary elements in the novel's chapters. It assesses comprehension of character dynamics, settings, and figurative language, enhancing literary analysis skills relevant to American cultural studies.

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  • 2. 

    Grampa did not want __________ & _____________ mixed together in schools.

    • Athletes & artists

    • Parents & teachers

    • Negroes & white students

    Correct Answer
    A. Negroes & white students
    Explanation
    Grampa did not want negroes and white students mixed together in schools. This suggests that Grampa held racist views and believed in segregation based on race. He opposed the idea of integrating schools and wanted to keep black and white students separated. This viewpoint reflects the discriminatory attitudes prevalent during a time of racial segregation in many parts of the world.

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  • 3. 

    Bobo ( Emmett Till) is from:

    • Columbus

    • Chicago

    • Phoenix

    Correct Answer
    A. Chicago
    Explanation
    Bobo, also known as Emmett Till, is from Chicago. This is evident from historical records and accounts of his life. Emmett Till was an African American teenager who was brutally murdered in Mississippi in 1955. He was originally from Chicago and had traveled to Mississippi to visit family. The racial violence and injustice surrounding his death became a catalyst for the Civil Rights Movement.

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  • 4. 

    In April, 1955, Hiram is what age?

    • 10

    • 8

    • 16

    Correct Answer
    A. 16
  • 5. 

    In the very beginning of Chapter 4, Hiram and his mom and dad prepare to move to:

    • Greenwood, Mississippi

    • Dallas, Texas

    • Tempe, Arizona

    Correct Answer
    A. Tempe, Arizona
    Explanation
    In the very beginning of Chapter 4, Hiram and his mom and dad prepare to move to Tempe, Arizona. This is evident from the information provided in the question.

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  • 6. 

    Bobo (Emmett Till) almost drowned because:

    • He got a stomach cramp

    • Hit his head on a rock

    • Couldn't swim

    Correct Answer
    A. Couldn't swim
    Explanation
    The reason why Bobo (Emmett Till) almost drowned is because he couldn't swim. This implies that he did not have the necessary skills or ability to stay afloat in the water, which put him at risk of drowning.

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  • 7. 

    While dozing off against the base of a tree on the riverbank, Hiram is awakened to the sound of splashing and someone yelling, "help."

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The given answer is true because the statement describes a situation where Hiram is dozing off against a tree on the riverbank and is awakened by the sound of splashing and someone yelling for help. This implies that there is a potential emergency or someone in distress, which would require assistance. Therefore, the statement is true.

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  • 8. 

    Who said, " H-hi,H-Hi-ram."

    • Harlan Hillburn

    • Ruthanne

    • Emmett Till

    Correct Answer
    A. Emmett Till
    Explanation
    Emmett Till is the correct answer because he was a 14-year-old African American boy who was brutally murdered in Mississippi in 1955. His murder became a catalyst for the Civil Rights Movement in the United States. The quoted phrase, "H-hi, H-Hi-ram," refers to Till's stutter, which was a notable characteristic of his speech. This quote is significant because it humanizes Till and highlights the innocence and vulnerability of a young boy who tragically lost his life due to racial violence.

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  • 9. 

    In April, 1955, grampa's annual invitation came--but this one was different--how so?

    • It demanded that Hiram be allowed to visit based on grampa's "Grandparent Rights."

    • It explained that since Hiram was old enough to drive, he was old enough to make his own decisions about whether to come or not.

    • Grampa explained that he has suffered a stroke and needed someone to help him for a while, until he got his strength back.

    Correct Answer
    A. Grampa explained that he has suffered a stroke and needed someone to help him for a while, until he got his strength back.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is that Grampa explained that he had suffered a stroke and needed someone to help him for a while, until he got his strength back. This answer is supported by the information given in the passage, where it is stated that Grampa's invitation was different because he had suffered a stroke and needed assistance. This explanation aligns with the context provided in the passage.

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  • 10. 

    To save them both from drowning Hiram punched the boy in the face and jammed his knee into his crotch.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The given statement suggests that Hiram resorted to physical violence in order to save both himself and the boy from drowning. This implies that Hiram believed that this extreme measure was necessary to ensure their survival. Therefore, the correct answer is "True".

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  • 11. 

    HIram told grampa the truth about why his clothes were wet when he got home from the river.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The given statement states that Hiram told his grandpa the truth about why his clothes were wet when he got home from the river. However, the correct answer is False, which implies that Hiram did not tell his grandpa the truth about why his clothes were wet.

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  • 12. 

    After Hiram's conversation with Ralph Remington, he hoped it would be his last. Why?

    • Because Ralph Remington reminded him of his friends in Arizona

    • Because Ralph Remington talked in circles

    • Because he only liked having conversations with his grampa

    Correct Answer
    A. Because Ralph Remington talked in circles
    Explanation
    Hiram hoped that his conversation with Ralph Remington would be his last because Remington talked in circles. This implies that the conversation was frustrating and unproductive for Hiram, leading him to desire an end to further interactions with Remington.

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  • 13. 

    Bobo ( Emmett Till) says: " It's about lunchtime, and my aunt'll have conniptions if I'm not there to eat."In this context, conniptions means:

    • Conversations

    • Fits

    • Arguments

    Correct Answer
    A. Fits
    Explanation
    In this context, the word "conniptions" means fits. This suggests that Bobo's aunt will become very upset or angry if he is not there to eat lunch with her. The word "fits" implies a strong emotional reaction, indicating that Bobo's aunt's response would be intense and potentially dramatic.

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  • 14. 

    After Hiram and his mom and dad moved from Mississippi, his mother began having children. How many more did she have?

    • Two

    • Six

    • Four

    Correct Answer
    A. Four
    Explanation
    After Hiram and his parents moved from Mississippi, his mother began having children. The question is asking how many more children she had after the move. Since Hiram is already mentioned as one of the children, the correct answer is four, indicating that she had four more children after the move.

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  • 15. 

    Emmett was picking up rocks to "chuck" when something bit him--what was it?

    • A rattlesnake

    • A snapping turtle

    • A catfish

    Correct Answer
    A. A snapping turtle
    Explanation
    Emmett was picking up rocks to "chuck" when something bit him. The most likely culprit for a bite in this scenario would be a snapping turtle. Snapping turtles are known for their aggressive nature and powerful jaws, which they use to defend themselves when threatened. Picking up rocks near a body of water where snapping turtles are commonly found increases the likelihood of encountering one and getting bitten.

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  • 16. 

    After Hiram jumped into the river to save the drowning boy, he threw his arms around Hiram's neck sinking them both just like ___________________ said drowning victims always do.

    • His lifesaving merit badge instructor

    • His baseball coach

    • His grampa

    Correct Answer
    A. His lifesaving merit badge instructor
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "His lifesaving merit badge instructor." This is because a lifesaving merit badge instructor would have knowledge and experience in water rescue techniques and would have likely taught Hiram about the behavior of drowning victims. The statement suggests that the instructor had mentioned that drowning victims tend to panic and cling to their rescuers, which is what happened when Hiram jumped into the river to save the drowning boy.

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  • 17. 

    What literary element is present in the following quote? " I'd argue with dad about it, but he was stubborn as a stump."

    • Metaphor

    • Simile

    • Irony

    Correct Answer
    A. Simile
    Explanation
    The correct answer is simile because the quote uses the words "as a" to make a comparison between dad and a stump. This comparison helps to create a vivid image in the reader's mind and adds emphasis to the idea that dad is very stubborn.

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  • 18. 

    Bobo doesn't want people to call him by his "real name" (Emmett Till.)

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    Bobo does not want people to call him by his "real name" because he is not Emmett Till.

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  • 19. 

    Ralph Remington describes fishing as " to sit around all day with a line in the water hoping to catch one of God's silver creatures of the water world." This quote is an example of which literary term?

    • A metaphor

    • Alliteration

    • Simile

    Correct Answer
    A. A metaphor
    Explanation
    The given quote describes fishing as "to sit around all day with a line in the water hoping to catch one of God's silver creatures of the water world." This comparison between fishing and sitting around with a line in the water is a metaphor. It is comparing the act of fishing to the act of sitting around, emphasizing the passive and patient nature of fishing.

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  • 20. 

    The reference of The Supreme Court, is an example of:

    • Alliteration

    • Allusion

    • Imagery

    Correct Answer
    A. Allusion
    Explanation
    The reference of The Supreme Court in this question is an example of allusion. Allusion is a literary device that refers to a person, place, event, or literary work outside of the current text. In this case, the mention of The Supreme Court is a reference to a specific institution, implying that it is being used as a point of comparison or to evoke certain associations or ideas related to justice, law, or authority.

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