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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. When it is Torvash's turn to tell a story, he talks about a German officer who had a:

2. What public figure is leaving the hotel in Accra at the same time that Malcolm X is leaving?

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

4. When Malcolm X speaks in Accra, what does he say has changed in his attitude towards whites?

5. Maya and her group of American friends arrange for Malcolm X to meet with:

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Compare and contrast Maya Angelou with the following people:

1. Her friend Efua.

2. Her suitor Sheikhali.

3. Civil Rights Movement leader Malcolm X.

Essay Topic 2

Using specific examples, describe how Maya goes about handling the following:

1. Discrimination.

2. Culture shock.

3. Genuine misunderstandings.

Essay Topic 3

Maya's friends help shape her attitudes and even her behavior. Explain how Maya's friends in Ghana help her to "grow up" and adjust to life in another country.

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