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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through June, Chapters 8, 9 and 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Ava say everyone needs something to lean on?
(a) to have someone to hate
(b) to keep standing up
(c) to be able to hike long distances
(d) to keep from tumbling

2. What is the group that Joyce is a member of called?
(a) the Force of Change
(b) the High Road
(c) there is no group name
(d) the Sewing Circus

3. What was the baby tested for and found negative?
(a) hydrocephalus
(b) tuberculosis
(c) sickle cell anemia
(d) HIV

4. What happened to Joyce on the eve of her wedding?
(a) her groom died
(b) her sister left the state
(c) her father disappeared
(d) her mother committed suicide

5. Where does Ava live at the opening of the book?
(a) Atlanta
(b) San Fransico
(c) Richmond
(d) Birmingham

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens when Eddie and Ava are stopped?

2. Who does Ava plan to see during her move?

3. Why is Ava not surprised Joyce didn't meet her?

4. How many children has Joyce lost?

5. Why is Ava concerned about her health?

(see the answer key)

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