Raymond's Run Overview of "Raymond's Run" by Toni Cade Bambara Quiz
by Toni Cade Bambara

Question 1

What does Hazel Elizabeth Deborah Parker decide to do at the end of the story?

• She decides to coach Raymond, and befriends Gretchen.
• She takes her winnings from the race to buy comic books.
• She decides to race her father.
• She decides that she will study harder for spelling bees.

Question 2

What was Squeaky's job in the family?

• To keep the house clean.
• To sell Christmas cards for extra money.
• To care for her brother, Raymond.
• To win races.

Question 3

What is Squeaky known for in her Harlem neighborhood?

• singing in the May Day activities
• being the fastest runner
• not practicing her running skills
• winning spelling bees

Question 4

What does Raymond do when Squeaky is running in the May Day race?

• He runs the race on the other side of the fence.
• He jumps up and down cheering her on.
• He does not attend the May Day Race.
• He sits at the finish line waiting for her.

Question 5

Who is the protagonist in "Raymond's Run?"

• Gretchen
• George
• Raymond
• Squeaky