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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who keeps trying to shake Maggie's hand at the reunion?
(a) John Thomas.
(b) Dee.
(c) Hakim-a-barber.
(d) Ms. Johnson.

2. Who puts on a pair of sunglasses at the end of "Everyday Use"?
(a) Ms. Johnson.
(b) Wangero.
(c) Maggie.
(d) Hakim-a-barber.

3. How does Hakim-a-barber feel about the group of people to which Ms. Johnson asks if he belongs?
(a) He shares their doctrines, but doesn't farm or raise cattle.
(b) He considers them allies.
(c) He disagrees with their doctrines.
(d) He hates them.

4. Which of the following statements is not true about what happens on the television talk shows that inspire Ms. Johnson's dreams?
(a) Unsuccessful children greet their unhappy parents.
(b) Children who have made it are surprised by their parents.
(c) The children and parents embrace and smile and cry.
(d) The children thank the parents for helping them succeed.

5. Which character in "Everyday Use" delights in the chitlins and corn bread, greens and sweet potatoes Ms. Johnson serves for dinner during Dee's visit?
(a) John Thomas.
(b) Hakim-a-barber.
(c) Maggie.
(d) Wangero.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Ms. Johnson believe Maggie thinks her portion from God is?

2. What does Ms. Johnson think Dee's companion does for a living because of his name?

3. What keeps Ms. Johnson hot in zero weather?

4. What does Ms. Johnson think that Dee had at age sixteen?

5. During the winter, what does Ms. Johnson wear during the day?

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