View a FREE sample

This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Maya takes a trip into the bush and meets with a tribal leader, where does the man think Maya is from?
(a) Canada.
(b) Liberia.
(c) Nigeria.
(d) Haiti.

2. In Ghana, who does Malcolm X ride with to the airport?
(a) Nana Nketsia and Maya's friend Alice.
(b) The French ambassador.
(c) Maya Angelou and Julian Mayfield.
(d) The Cuban ambassador and Maya Angelou.

3. When Maya brings her guest with her to the home of the German couple, how does the host react?
(a) Somewhat surprised.
(b) With complete indifference.
(c) He's pleased and welcomes the two warmly.
(d) With contempt.

4. When it is Torvash's turn to tell a story, he talks about a German officer who had a:
(a) Gold pocket watch.
(b) Silver cane.
(c) Glass eye.
(d) Wooden leg.

5. Upon his request, what does Maya sing to the Liberian president?
(a) Amazing Grace.
(b) Swing Low, Sweet Chariot.
(c) Nearer, My God, To Thee.
(d) How Great Thou Art.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Maya suggest that everyone tell a story at Dieter's house?

2. How is Maya treated when she visits a small African village?

3. What does Guy do when Maya becomes angry and tries to assert her maternal authority?

4. What does Malcolm X say when asked why he came to Ghana?

5. When Maya and Torvash find themselves alone at Dieter's house, what does Torvash say about their host?

(see the answer keys)

This section contains 347 words (approx. 2 pages at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample