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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II (pages 58 - 111).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Danticat's father not want to take the medication the doctor has prescribed?
(a) It makes him feel dizzy.
(b) He will fail his mandatory drug test for work if he takes it.
(c) It is too expensive.
(d) He is afraid he will become addicted.

2. What do some of the cruel neighbors say to Joseph after his throat surgery?
(a) They tell him no one will ever love him again.
(b) They ask how his wife can stand to still live with him.
(c) They tell him it is better that he can not talk.
(d) They call him cave neck.

3. Who does Joseph often take with him on errands following his throat surgery?
(a) Tante Denise.
(b) One of the neighbors.
(c) One of his church congregants.
(d) One of the children.

4. Where do Danticat's parents and extended family live in the U.S.?
(a) Los Angeles.
(b) Boston.
(c) Brooklyn.
(d) Miami.

5. Who is Maxo's son?
(a) Joshua.
(b) Joseph.
(c) Stephan.
(d) Nick.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why are Tante Denise and Uncle Joseph so upset with the neighbors across the street in 1974?

2. Which of Danticat's brothers live closest to their parents?

3. Who is Tante Denise's mother?

4. What does Danticat's brother Bob tell her about their mother's feelings on how Danticat reveals her pregnancy to her parents?

5. Where does Danticat tell her parents she is pregnant?

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