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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Suggestions 10 - 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the Introduction, what does Adichie say makes her feel like an expert in a field?
(a) Adichie speaks with other experts about it.
(b) Adichie has had researched the subject for many hours.
(c) Adichie has spoken publicly about it.
(d) Adichie teaches the subject.

2. Why does it matter what Ijeawele says to her child in Suggestion 6?
(a) Chizalum will use those same words later.
(b) What Ijeawele say teaches Chizalum what she needs to value.
(c) Chizalum will learn what is most important.
(d) What Ijeawele say tells her what is good or bad.

3. What is the consequence of gender inequality in relationships as stated in Suggestion 7?
(a) There is an inequality, which is why you see men and women fight, and men always win.
(b) There are gender issues, because men and women cannot agree on anything.
(c) There are issues around control, so women rebel, and then men abuse the women to gain control.
(d) There is an imbalance, which is why you see two women fighting over a man, while the man remains silent.

4. What was Adichie's Igbo nickname growing up?
(a) Ada Gladys Dike.
(b) Ada Obodo Dike.
(c) Adichie Dike Ada.
(d) Obodo Ada Adichie.

5. How does Adichie think children should be named in an argument against Igbo tradition?
(a) Children should have the mother's choice of first name, because the last name is from the father.
(b) Children should have the father's choice of first and last name.
(c) Children should not all be given masculine names; it is sexist.
(d) Children should be named by their grandparents.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the shame we attach to female sexuality truly about, according to Suggestion 12?

2. Because of the previous recommendations in Suggestion 3, Adichie asks that Chizalum be given what?

3. At the end of Suggestion 5, what does the author state as a "worthy investment"?

4. Toward the middle of Suggestion 1, Adichie identifies what trait as being important to motherhood?

5. Why does Adichie warn her friend about this concept at the start of Suggestion 4?

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