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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. To whom does Ms. Johnson always talk "With one foot raised in flight" and her head turned in whatever direction is farthest from them?
(a) People with college degrees.
(b) White men.
(c) White women.
(d) Black men.

2. Who is the antagonist in "Everyday Use?"
(a) Dee.
(b) John Thomas.
(c) Ms. Johnson.
(d) Maggie.

3. How does Maggie react when Dee's companion moves forward to hug her?
(a) She rushes forward to hug him first.
(b) She screams.
(c) She runs away.
(d) She backs away, trembling and perspiring.

4. What does Wangero plan to do with the quilts?
(a) Donate them to a museum.
(b) Use them as curtains.
(c) Hang them as art on her walls.
(d) Use them on her beds.

5. At the beginning of "Everyday Use," how does Ms. Johnson think Maggie will feel during Dee's visit?
(a) Angry.
(b) Excited.
(c) Nervous.
(d) Sorrowful.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following is not in a Polaroid of the Johnson family reunion?

2. How long is Dee's dress when she exits the car?

3. On what occasion has Ms. Johnson offered Dee a quilt in the past?

4. What one thing does the person taking the Polaroids make sure is always included in each picture?

5. Where are the family's quilt frames kept?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does the way Dee dresses for her visit with her family indicate about her character?

2. What do Dee's light skin and her white heel symbolize?

3. What do the Johnson family heirlooms like the butter churn and patchwork quilts indicate about the Johnson family and about southern Black culture?

4. How strong is Ms. Johnson physically and what might her physical strength indicate about her inner strength?

5. Explain how Ms. Johnson looks in real life and how her actual appearance differs from how she appears in her dreams.

6. Which Johnson sister knows how to quilt and what does her ability illustrate about her character?

7. Why does Ms. Johnson agree to call Dee by the African name Wangero after reminding Dee of the family heritage behind her birth name?

8. Discuss the role of Great Grandpa Ezra in "Everyday Use."

9. Describe John Thomas and his role in the story.

10. Explain Ms. Johnson's feelings about white people.

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