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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 7-16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What chronic condition does Skeeter's mother suffer from at the beginning of the novel?
(a) Diabetes.
(b) Multiple sclerosis.
(c) Cystic fibrosis.
(d) Stomach ulcers.

2. What deadline is Skeeter originally given for her book in chapter 12?
(a) December.
(b) February.
(c) January.
(d) March.

3. What gesture would Constantine use to let Skeeter knew she wanted her to pay close attention to her?
(a) She would cup Skeeter's chin in her hand.
(b) She would tap her finger on her own chin.
(c) She would press her thumb into Skeeter's palm.
(d) She would tap herself on the chest.

4. What does Mrs. Leefolt tell Mae Mobley about using Aibileen's toilet in chapter 7?
(a) She will get injured walking to the carport.
(b) She will spoil Aibileen's privacy.
(c) She will get some terrible disease.
(d) She will fall into the comode.

5. What kind of party does Mrs. Leefolt have in the first chapter of the book?
(a) Cocktail party.
(b) Bridge party.
(c) Birthday party.
(d) Tupperware party.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Aibileen recommend Minny to, lying about Elizabeth Leefolt recommending her as a good maid?

2. Why does Celia Foote refuse to tell her husband she has hired a maid in chapter 3?

3. What point of view is used in this novel?

4. Why does Minny tell Aibileen she needs to find a new job in chapter 2?

5. Where does Hilly Holbrook invite Mrs. Leefolt and Mae Mobley to go in chapter 15?

(see the answer key)

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