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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Attentive Mind: Turning Point, The Stunt Pilot, and Spring.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where is the doctor from who has success on helping Grealy's disfigurement?
(a) Ireland.
(b) New York City.
(c) Scotland.
(d) Los Angeles.

2. What does Tan realize after becoming a renowned writer in "Mother Tongue"?
(a) That their are varied forms of the English language.
(b) That her mother is pretty on the inside.
(c) That her mother's English is no less legitimate.
(d) That Tan has the best English grammar.

3. Why is Cofer reflecting on the memories of moving to New York City?
(a) She sees a friend from her childhood.
(b) She watches an old home video.
(c) She moved away.
(d) Her father died.

4. What is the lady in "Westbury Court" doing when the firemen come inside her apartment?
(a) Taking a shower.
(b) Watching television.
(c) Cooking.
(d) Taking a nap.

5. Pertaining to "Mother Tongue," what is Tan's profession?
(a) She is a stay at home mom.
(b) She is an accountant.
(c) She is a waitress.
(d) She is a writer.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Cofer NOT mention being in Little Puerto Rico?

2. In "Westbury Court," who moves into the apartment down the hall after the lady and her children move out?

3. How is time or age measured in Accawi's village?

4. Who has the worst hair of Aldrich's family?

5. At what two locations does the interviewee in "Turning Point" perform?

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