Passing

Which is NOT a possible meaning of Hughes’ use of the word passing?

• manipulation of societal norms to excel

• the transitory exchange of a mother and son

• life is happening quickly as he ignores his mother

• the intentional death of a person’s self-identity

Why did Irene believe she had a "duty" to Clare Kendry?

• Because they are both mothers

• Because of their race

• Because they are wives of powerful men

• None of the above

According to Brian, people of color "pass"

• Only for monetary gains

• For self-amusement & the thrill of danger

• For self-preservation

• all of the above

Which of the following sentences uses the word 'passing' as a gerund?

• A) The passing car was red.

• B) Passing the test was a relief.

• C) She was passing by the store.

• D) He is passing the ball.

In the context of literature, what does 'passing' often refer to?

• A) A character's journey

• B) A change in seasons

• C) A person of one racial group being accepted as another

• D) A transition in time

Which sentence uses 'passing' as an adjective?

• A) The passing of time is inevitable.

• B) Passing the exam was difficult.

• C) The passing clouds were beautiful.

• D) He is passing the salt.

What is the meaning of 'passing' in the sentence: 'She found the passing of her friend very difficult'?

• A) The act of moving past

• B) The death of a friend

• C) The act of succeeding

• D) The act of transferring

Which of the following is a synonym for 'passing' when used in the context of time?

• A) Eternal

• B) Fleeting

• C) Permanent

• D) Stagnant

In the sentence 'He was passing as a member of the elite society,' what does 'passing' imply?

• A) He was moving through the society

• B) He was pretending to be a member

• C) He was accepted as a member

• D) He was rejected by the society

Which of the following sentences uses 'passing' in a metaphorical sense?

• A) The passing train was loud.

• B) She was passing through a difficult phase.

• C) He is passing the ball to his teammate.

• D) The passing grade was 70%.