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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 3 (pages 58-93).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Maya refuse Sheikhali's offer?
(a) She already has a job.
(b) She doesn't want to leave the country.
(c) She doesn't like his children.
(d) He already has a wife.

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

3. As an American, how does Maya regard the African culture she is discovering?
(a) It's foreign to her.
(b) She feels like she fits right in.
(c) It's far more advanced than American culture.
(d) It's no different than much of American culture.

4. Who is Julian Mayfield?
(a) Professor of Maya's son.
(b) Maya's son's doctor.
(c) Maya's boss.
(d) Friend of Maya's.

5. When Maya invites her visitors into the living room, she finds that:
(a) They appear angry at Kojo.
(b) They are terribly shy.
(c) They would rather stay where they are.
(d) There are many people there.

Short Answer Questions

1. What else does Professor J.H. Nketia help Maya with?

2. Who are the "Revolutionist Returnees?"

3. What does Kojo's family give Maya?

4. This memoir covers the author's life during which time frame?

5. When Maya is invited into T.D. Bafoo's office, what does she expect will happen?

(see the answer key)

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