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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Suggestions 4 - 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At the end of Suggestion 1, Adichie says that we should be asking a certain question of parents. What is that question?
(a) How to best support children growing up to be functioning adults.
(b) How to best support fathers in their new roles as equal parents.
(c) How to best support parents in their combined duties at work and home.
(d) How to best support mothers in the workforce.

2. How does Adichie feel about Sanders' advice?
(a) Adichie believes it is wise and moving.
(b) Adichie believes is will make Chizalum a better person.
(c) Adichie believes it is strong and thoughtful.
(d) Adichie believes it will make Chizalum a better feminist.

3. Why does is the language of help asked to be rejected in Suggestion 2?
(a) The language of help should be analyzed, because it should be 50-50 between Ijeawele and Chudi.
(b) The language of help should be rejected, because it implies that the mother cannot do the job herself.
(c) The language of help needs to be admonished, because outside help should never be considered.
(d) The language of help needs to be rejected, because Chudi is not helping by caring for his own child.

4. What warning does Adichie make to her friend at the end of the Opening of the Letter?
(a) Ijeawele will not be able to teach all Suggestions, but she should focus on some.
(b) Ijeawele might do everything Adichie suggests, but Chizalum will turn out differently.
(c) Society will tell Chizalum to be careful how she acts around men.
(d) Chizalum will turn out according to society, but Ijeawele should punish her if she does.

5. Suggestion 2 reminds Ijeawele to do what in regards to parenting?
(a) Do it together.
(b) Do it with passion.
(c) Do it with only the child's best interest at heart.
(d) Do it knowing you will have to take a submissive role.

Short Answer Questions

1. Adichie leaves Suggestion 3 with a very poignant piece of advice. What is it?

2. Why is Adichie upset about the term her friend, Nwabu, speaking about becoming "Mr. Mom" when his wife left him home with the children?

3. What example does Adichie provide that bolster her notions of feminism in Suggestion 3?

4. What is the Adichie's first thought when her friend makes her request?

5. What is the better alternative to saying, "Don't you know you're old enough to find a husband?" (27)?

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