10 On the line questions for "Streets of Memphis"

1. What is the name of the main character?

Richard Wright.

2. Who sent Richard to the store?
his mother

3. True or False, the story took place at night?

True.

4. Who was trying to harm the boy?

a gang of boys.

5. Why was Richard scared?

because a gang of boys were trying to jump him over and over.

6. Describe what happened after the boy fought the gang back?

the parents of the boys reacted by yelling at Richard but he felt proud and confident.

7. How many times did Richard get sent to the store?

three times.

8. True or False, Richard was friends with one of the gang members?

False.

9. Where is the story taking place?

on the streets of Memphis.

10. How does Richard feel at the end of the story?

relieved, confident, and proud.