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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II (Pages 36 - 70).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Michael tell Ruth that Aisha has come to visit?
(a) To go to school.
(b) To pray.
(c) To move back to the area for good.
(d) To grieve.

2. Who is Michael's older brother?
(a) Jelly.
(b) Francis.
(c) Raj.
(d) Dru.

3. What does Michael compare his mother's face to in Part II?
(a) A bird.
(b) A glass ball about to break.
(c) A mirror.
(d) A Christmas tree.

4. What does Aisha want to do to try to help Ruth in her grief?
(a) Have a gathering of remembrance for Francis.
(b) Write a song for Francis.
(c) Go to church and pray.
(d) Have Ruth write her recollections of Francis.

5. What kind of work does Ruth do?
(a) Architectural.
(b) Hairdressing.
(c) Cleaning.
(d) Landscaping.

Short Answer Questions

1. What job does Ruth do in Part I, after Francis's death?

2. What is one manifestation of Michael's mother's grief?

3. Who is killed in the Park in Part I?

4. What does Mrs. Henry do for a living?

5. What does Aisha tell Michael about his mother's state of mind?

(see the answer key)

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