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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through July, Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. With whom does Joyce work?
(a) black girls
(b) she works alone
(c) gang members
(d) everyone

2. Why did Gerry Anderson come to Joyce's house?
(a) to talk to Ava
(b) to drop off something
(c) to get a book
(d) to find Eddie

3. What does Ava prefer over the teachings of the Baptist Church?
(a) atheism
(b) Christian Science
(c) Episcopal
(d) Buddhism

4. Where has Joyce decided the Sewing Circus will meet?
(a) she doesn't know where
(b) at the high school
(c) at the recreation center
(d) at the YMCA

5. Why is Ava not surprised Joyce didn't meet her?
(a) Joyce doesn't drive
(b) Joyce is afraid of airports
(c) she always has something to do
(d) they don't get along well

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Ava feel about the new preacher at Joyce's church?

2. How does Ava see the difference in the condition of homes in the area near the lake from the last time she was there?

3. What was Ava doing with the person in her dream?

4. What is wrong with the baby Joyce helped deliver the night Ava arrived?

5. Why does Joyce want the girls to know about AIDS?

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