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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pp. 3 - 7 .

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What type of work does Hadley get after she moves away from home?
(a) Nanny.
(b) Waitress.
(c) Writer.
(d) Chef.

2. How old are women when they need to submit to genetic screening in "Graceful Burdens"?
(a) 14.
(b) 12.
(c) 13.
(d) 16.

3. What is the morning routine for babies at Sidra's work?
(a) They are read to and snuggled before feeding.
(b) They watch tv and are ignored.
(c) They are fed, bathed, and dressed.
(d) They are taught sign language, fed, put to bed.

4. What are some of the things that women who accept their lot in life do when they are deemed unsuitable for procreation?
(a) Have babies anyway.
(b) Work as nannies.
(c) Work dangerous jobs.
(d) Become nuns.

5. What type of man did Hadley's parents tell her she might be able to marry?
(a) A man of God.
(b) One unwilling to submit to government control.
(c) A man with a low IQ.
(d) One willing to overlook her failings.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Hadley hope her parents will do once she moved away from home?

2. What is one of the four places babies may be sent to when they age out of the lending program?

3. Why is Sidra told she is perfect for the position of caretaker?

4. What is another of the four places babies may be sent to when they age out of the lending program?

5. Who is the author of the short story "Graceful Burdens"?

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