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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 13: A Letter from the United States - The Critical Theory Approach.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Slavenka was disappointed when she realized she was teaching her daughter what?
(a) Independence.
(b) Self-reliance.
(c) Communist ideals.
(d) Capitalist ideals.

2. What does the author think about the title of her book?
(a) It is inaptly named.
(b) It is perfect.
(c) It is embarrassing.
(d) It is funny.

3. How did the young and unemployed feel about the living situation under Communist rule?
(a) They complained to the news.
(b) They did not complain.
(c) They complained to each other.
(d) They complained to family.

4. How long were Zsuzsa and Istvan married?
(a) 1 year.
(b) 5 years.
(c) 20 years.
(d) 13 years.

5. In the 1970's, what personal hygiene item did Slavenka's family notably do without?
(a) Soap.
(b) Deodorant.
(c) Comb.
(d) Shampoo.

Short Answer Questions

1. What city shocked Slavenka with its variety of food?

2. In "A Communist Eye...", who was Slavenka startled to see living on the street?

3. What did America represent to Slavenka?

4. During the Communist regime, what did the girls in Eastern Europe have trouble playing with?

5. Evelina worked as a what?

(see the answer key)

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