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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 3 (pages 58-93).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Maya Angelou is a world-renowned:
(a) Poet, writer, and performer.
(b) Politician and ambassador.
(c) Minister and counselor.
(d) Singer, graphic designer, and sculptor.

2. In Aburi, Maya and her friend watch a parade where Maya especially enjoys what?
(a) Beating drums.
(b) Blaring horns.
(c) Australian didgeridoos.
(d) Spanish guitars.

3. What job does Maya's friend, Vicki, get in Africa?
(a) Typist in a foreign embassy.
(b) Cook at the YMCA kitchen.
(c) Editor of a prestigious paper.
(d) House cleaner for a university professor.

4. How does the receptionist at the Ghana Broadcasting office treat Maya?
(a) Rudely.
(b) Patiently.
(c) Offers her a soda.
(d) Refuses to talk with her.

5. Who does Kojo remind Maya of?
(a) Her brother Bailey.
(b) Her friend Julian.
(c) Her steward Otu.
(d) Her son Guy.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Maya invite a hairdresser to her home?

2. Following what happens to Maya's son, Efua Sutherland gives her permission to what?

3. What does the hairdresser tease Maya about?

4. What does Sheikhali want Maya to do for his children?

5. Not long after their first meeting, what does Sheikhali ask Maya?

(see the answer key)

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