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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Winter: Chapters 35-43.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Amma recalls that she had closed the trinket box long ago on which day of the week?
(a) Wednesday.
(b) Friday.
(c) Saturday.
(d) Monday.

2. How old is Belinda in Chapter 1?
(a) 17.
(b) 21.
(c) 19.
(d) 15.

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

4. The part of Housegirl entitled Autumn begins in the third week of which month?
(a) October.
(b) September.
(c) August.
(d) November.

5. Nana suggests that Belinda tell Amma to help her get to and from what location each day?
(a) Abacus College.
(b) Abraham College.
(c) Acadia College.
(d) Aaron College.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Pokuaa?

2. How many well-wishers come by to offer their condolences in the days prior to Mary's funeral?

3. What type of person is being beaten in Amma's story from her time in Ghana?

4. What sort of odor does Amma believe her best friend has?

5. Dr. Otuo tells Belinda emphatically that she is there to take what action?

(see the answer key)

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