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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through My Mothers' Stories, Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Zilpah decide never to sleep with Jacob again?
(a) She has a hard time giving birth to her children
(b) Zilpah does not wish to sleep with someone who does not love her.
(c) Zilpah does not enjoy intimate acts
(d) She is disgusted by Jacob

2. Why are the sisters excited that Dinah has been born?
(a) They want a girl to pamper and dress up
(b) They want another girl to share in chores
(c) They now have someone to pass on their stories.
(d) They know Jacob will be thrilled to have a daughter.

3. What occupation does Rachel take up?
(a) laundry washer
(b) cook
(c) farmer
(d) midwife

4. Why are many people scared of Leah?
(a) She can see the future.
(b) She is very bossy.
(c) She has two different colored eyes.
(d) She practices witchcraft.

5. Where can the story of Dinah be found?
(a) The Bible
(b) Spirits Book
(c) The Koran
(d) Kebra Negast

Short Answer Questions

1. How are women's stories told?

2. Why is it special to have a girl baby?

3. Who is Leah's best friend?

4. Who is the father of Leah, Bilhah, Zilphah, and Rachel?

5. Why is Dinah's story mentioned in the Bible?

(see the answer key)

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