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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 is the root of much of the pain Hadley feels in regards to her inability to procreate?
(a) She is the only one in her family who failed genetic screening.
(b) She feels her life has no meaning.
(c) She had always dreamed of being a mother.
(d) She knows the people think that her life has no meaning.

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

3. What religious faith was Hadley raised in?
(a) Muslim.
(b) Christianity.
(c) Mormon.
(d) Judaism.

4. What did Hadley's parents do when she failed her genetic screening?
(a) Suggested genetic repair.
(b) Kicked her out.
(c) Took her to temple to pray.
(d) Told her she should borrow a baby.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Hadley's parents tell her she could do once she failed her genetic screening?

2. In addition to information on where the baby is from and its name and age what other information is listed about the babies?

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

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

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

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