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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who was the owner of the building in King's Cross that let his tenants live there for free if they kept it up?
(a) Alexander Archibald.
(b) Jack Staniforth.
(c) Ross Anderson.
(d) Richard Birkins.

2. Where is Curwen from?
(a) St. Lucia.
(b) Wales.
(c) Nigeria.
(d) Algeria.

3. Who is described as the star of the film Pink Flamingos in Chapter 1?
(a) Ellen Thomas.
(b) James Estan.
(c) Rosewater.
(d) Divine.

4. What does Yazz intend to become professionally, according to the narrative in Chapter 1?
(a) A cartoonist.
(b) A model.
(c) A journalist.
(d) A banker.

5. Where is Maryse said to be from in Chapter 1?
(a) London.
(b) Nigeria.
(c) Paris.
(d) Guadeloupe.

Short Answer Questions

1. When was Amma's mother born?

2. Where did Amma's parents move after marrying?

3. What is the name of Amma's play that is opening in Chapter 1?

4. What kind of sessions does Roland undergo monthly to counteract "academic hunchback syndrome" (45)?

5. Where does Roland teach a class called Modern Life?

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