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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 6 (pages 147-184).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After being treated poorly by some in Ghana, Maya wonders what?
(a) If she should write a letter to the editor.
(b) If it's because her ancestors were slaves.
(c) If she's being overly sensitive.
(d) If she can go back to the United States.

2. How is Maya treated when she visits a small African village?
(a) She is welcomed warmly and shown much hospitality.
(b) The villagers are wary of her and keep their distance.
(c) She is given many chores to do to pay for her meals.
(d) The villagers stare at her with open, unabashed curiosity.

3. Why does Maya suggest that everyone tell a story at Dieter's house?
(a) To keep a close eye on Dieter.
(b) So everyone could get to know each other better.
(c) She likes Torvash and doesn't want the visit to end.
(d) She has a fantastic story to share.

4. What offer does Maya receive that would take her to Germany and Venice?
(a) To take part in a play.
(b) To tour Europe with an ambassador.
(c) To write about a play.
(d) To do a speaking tour.

5. How does the author feel about discrimination?
(a) She understands why some choose to discriminate.
(b) She tolerates it when it's convenient.
(c) She cannot accept it in any form.
(d) She doesn't spend much time thinking about it.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the time difference between Washington DC and Ghana?

2. Why does Sheikhali speak to Maya through Mamali?

3. In the Senior Common Room discussion Maya walks into, she hears an Englishman and a Ghanaian speaking rudely about what?

4. In Ghana, Maya is invited to an "outdooring." What is an outdooring?

5. What does Maya do when Sheikhali is more than two hours late for a date?

(see the answer key)

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