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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Abstracts.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Ms. Johnson's dreams, on what television program are she and Dee brought together?
(a) Oprah.
(b) Johnny Carson.
(c) Jerry Springer.
(d) David Letterman.

2. What does Ms. Johnson believe Maggie thinks her portion from God is?
(a) To prosper and live in abundance.
(b) To suffer ill health.
(c) To do without while Wangero prospers.
(d) To be loveless and alone.

3. What is Hakim-a-barber's religion?
(a) Muslim.
(b) Christian.
(c) Wiccan.
(d) Jewish.

4. Who does Dee say she will never bring to visit her family's home?
(a) Her college professors.
(b) Her husband.
(c) Her pastor.
(d) Her friends.

5. What does Ms. Johnson note is still in the butter churn during dinner?
(a) A mouse.
(b) Milk that has turned to clabber.
(c) Butter.
(d) Grandma Dee's apron.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Jimmy T do soon after breaking up with Dee?

2. What does Dee's companion do for a living?

3. What does Ms. Johnson call Dee's companion in her thoughts?

4. What does Wangero tell Maggie to do at the end of the story?

5. What sounds does Ms. Johnson hear when Wangero asks if she can have the quilts?

(see the answer key)

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