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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 4 (pages 93-128).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Kojo say when Maya explains she has no funds?
(a) He wants to hire her.
(b) He's not looking for a job.
(c) He thanks her nonetheless.
(d) He'll work for tips.

2. Who is Grace Nuamah?
(a) Dance teacher.
(b) Head custodian.
(c) Fante teacher.
(d) Head cook.

3. What is Maya asked during the celebration in Aburi?
(a) If she would have dinner with Sheikhali.
(b) If she would like Sheikhali to tie her green bandanna in the traditional style.
(c) To please stop staring at Sheikhali because it's rude.
(d) If she would like to dance with Sheikhali.

4. Who does Kojo remind Maya of?
(a) Her son Guy.
(b) Her brother Bailey.
(c) Her friend Julian.
(d) Her steward Otu.

5. Following what happens to Maya's son, Efua Sutherland gives her permission to what?
(a) Scold her son.
(b) Dance.
(c) Blame others.
(d) Cry.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the university, Professor J.H. Nketia is the chairman of what?

2. What article is Maya asked to write when she looks for journalism work in Africa?

3. Why did Maya's friend, Vicki, move to Africa from America?

4. What does Maya's son do after his release from the hospital?

5. As an American, how does Maya regard the African culture she is discovering?

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