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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At the end of Suggestion 12, what is the main argument Adichie makes about female periods?
(a) If periods did not last as long as they do, they would have too many children.
(b) If periods did not exist, women would have less children.
(c) If periods lasted for a shorter period of time, women would have less live births.
(d) If periods did not exist, the human species would not be here.

2. In Suggestion 15, what does Ijeawle need to teach Chizalum as stated in the first sentence?
(a) Teach her to ignore difference.
(b) Teach her to see difference as bad and to not have conversations about it.
(c) Teach her about difference.
(d) Teach her to accept difference if she encounters it.

3. In Suggestion 13, what does Adichie say we teach girls but not boys about love?
(a) The need to sacrifice themselves.
(b) The need to compliment the other gender.
(c) The need to love themselves.
(d) The need to cherish marriage.

4. What does Adichie's nickname mean?
(a) Daughter of the Land of Beauty.
(b) Daughter of the Land of Warriors.
(c) Daughter of the World.
(d) Daughter of the Kind Man.

5. What link does Adichie tell Ijeawele to never make in regards to sexuality at the end of Suggestion 12?
(a) Fear.
(b) Shame.
(c) Anxiety.
(d) Pride.

6. In Suggestion 12, what does Adichie feel is most important when teaching Chizalum language about private parts?
(a) Ijeawele can choose the appropriate words, but Chizalum may rebel.
(b) Ijeawele can decide what names she wants, but they should not be shameful.
(c) Ijeawele can allow Chizalum to choose the language she wants.
(d) Ijeawele can give Chizalum most positive language, and Chizalum needs to always use it.

7. What does Adichie's friend, Chioma, tell her about being someone people want to be around?
(a) Chioma tells Adichie that people will not like something Adichie wants to say or do.
(b) Chioma tells Adichie to be quiet and respectful.
(c) Chioma tells Adichie that people will like her if she is famous.
(d) Chioma tells Adichie to be outspoke and tell her truth no matter what.

8. What types of aunties should Ijeawele surround Chizalum with, according to Adichie?
(a) Women who have qualities you would like her to admire.
(b) Women who follow Igbo tradition and make good wives.
(c) Women who are educated and kind to others.
(d) Women who have many friends and speak their minds.

9. What does Adichie ask Ijeawele to do for Chizalum's sense of self at the start of Suggestion 9?
(a) Let her grow up combatting Igbo stereotypes.
(b) Let her grow up valuing intellect and hard work.
(c) Let her grow up to think of herself as a proud Igbo woman.
(d) Let her grow up knowing she is loved by both parents.

10. Who else should Chizalum be surrounded by aside from a village of Aunties?
(a) A village of small children.
(b) A village of uncles.
(c) A village of grandmothers.
(d) A village of smart women.

11. Right before Adichie signs-off her letter, what does she ask Ijeawele?
(a) Adichie asks if Ijeawele will still raise her daughter feminist.
(b) Adichie asks if Ijeawele has a headache after reading the long letter.
(c) Adichie asks if Ijeawele will respond with a response.
(d) Adichie asks if Ijeawele has learned much from her letter.

12. How can Chizalum overcome static gender roles as recommended at the end of Suggestion 10?
(a) Chizalum can overcome them if she is given the knowledge to identify with other strong feminists.
(b) Chizalum can overcome them if she listens to Ijeawele and follows her example.
(c) Chizalum can overcome them if she has been provided with familiarity of alternatives.
(d) Chizalum can overcome them if she spends time with her father and becomes familiar with good men.

13. What insecurities are helped by Chizalum better understanding her appearance as stated in Suggestion 10?
(a) Understanding that intellect is more important than physical appearance.
(b) Comparison games with other girls.
(c) Body-image insecurities that the world puts on girls.
(d) Body-image insecurities that Igbo tradition puts on girls.

14. How does Adichie feel about Chizalum wearing make-up?
(a) Tell her that it is not important.
(b) Let her wear a little.
(c) Let her wear it.
(d) Stop her from wearing it.

15. What kind of opinions does Adichie hope Chizalum has in relation to her opinions?
(a) Adichie hopes her opinions will be honest, specific, and spoken.
(b) Adichie hopes her opinions will be smart, personal, and well-spoken.
(c) Adichie hopes her opinions will be informed, humane, and broad-minded.
(d) Adichie hopes her opinions will be radical, true, and self-promoting.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Adichie feel is a reason it is difficult for women to keep their names according to Suggestion 7?

2. How does Adichie recommend Chizalum feel if she has to say "no" to a man sexually?

3. When female politicians change their last names to their husband's, what does this mean about society as touched upon in Suggestion 7?

4. What part of African culture does Adichie believe needs to be taught as mentioned in Suggestion 9?

5. What are some skills to teach Chizalum about inequality and privilege?

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