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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through 1986.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Annie's story explores the connection between ___________________.
(a) Mother and daughter.
(b) Father and son.
(c) Brother and sister.
(d) Husband and wife.

2. Annie recalls that there were many times she experienced _____________ with her mother.
(a) Sadness.
(b) Anger.
(c) Joy.
(d) Frustration.

3. How had Annie's mother been injured?
(a) She was pushed down stairs.
(b) She tried to shoot herself.
(c) A drunk driver hit her.
(d) She cut her hand while chopping vegetables.

4. Who did Blanche take Annie to visit in the hospital when Annie was a child?
(a) A neighbor.
(b) Her father.
(c) Her grandmother.
(d) An uncle.

5. Of what is Annie reminded when her mother puts on two bras at one time?
(a) A small child.
(b) A Las Vegas act.
(c) A cartoon character.
(d) An argument she had with her mother once.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who wrote the sentence, "I remain in darkness?"

2. What request does Blanche make of Annie that breaks Annie's heart?

3. Which of the following does Annie NOT note about the hospital?

4. What cherished item of her mother's does Annie not know what to do with?

5. When does Annie's mother make exaggerated moves?

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