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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Summer: Chapters 16-18 and Autumn: Chapters 19-24.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what type of physical greeting do Amma and Belinda engage when they first meet?
(a) A mechanical hug.
(b) A comfortable hug.
(c) Air kisses.
(d) A handshake.

2. Dr. Otuo tells Belinda emphatically that she is there to take what action?
(a) To improve her English.
(b) To learn.
(c) To clean.
(d) To report back on Amma's activities.

3. When Belinda is home sick with Amma, Belinda worries about falling behind in what arena?
(a) Studies.
(b) The writing of her short story.
(c) Housework.
(d) Her project with Mary.

4. What is the name of Mary's alter ego?
(a) Cynthia.
(b) Penelope.
(c) Christiana.
(d) Lulu.

5. How many students had been present at the seminar at which Amma met Roisin?
(a) 50.
(b) 100.
(c) 25.
(d) 15.

Short Answer Questions

1. During the phone call between Mary and Belinda in Chapter 18, Mary reports that Aunty and Uncle had allowed her to watch what event?

2. When Amma gets Belinda to dance, Amma mentally remarks that which part of her body feels wider?

3. According to the tradition explained by Mary, which person must swallow a whole boiled egg without breaking it?

4. What nickname does Amma use to refer to her favorite teacher?

5. What two colors are associated with wealth, according to Belinda?

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