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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. The chapter with Malcolm X sheds tremendous light on Maya's perspectives regarding:
(a) The Civil Rights Movement.
(b) Professional sports.
(c) The Women's Rights Movement.
(d) Organized religion.

2. In the Senior Common Room discussion Maya walks into, she hears an Englishman and a Yugoslav woman ridicule what?
(a) The decision by whites to keep the races apart in South Africa.
(b) The reaction of blacks to treatment received in America 300 years ago.
(c) The futility of the Vietnam War.
(d) The silliness of trying to reach the moon.

3. Who are the "Revolutionist Returnees?"
(a) Americans seeking refuge in Africa.
(b) Americans trying to spread democracy.
(c) Africans working to end hunger.
(d) South African freedom fighters.

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

5. In Aburi, Maya and her friend watch a parade where Maya especially enjoys what?
(a) Australian didgeridoos.
(b) Blaring horns.
(c) Beating drums.
(d) Spanish guitars.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Maya regard T.D. Bafoo and his wife?

2. After Maya's disagreement with Guy regarding his girlfriend, she realizes that she must:

3. What gift does Sheikhali send to Maya?

4. What is Maya's son's name?

5. Maya's steward introduces her to Kojo. Who is Kojo?

(see the answer key)

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