2. The burned broccoli reminds Kelly of what?
(a) None of the above.
(b) Her mom.
(c) Something she forgot at the grocery store.
(d) That things will be okay.

3. What does the early morning caller tell Becky and Andrew?
(a) She is coming to stay for awhile.
(b) She is sick.
(c) She was just calling to chat.
(d) She wants them to come for dinner.

4. Why is Steve worried about what the doctor has said?
(a) He didn't really care.
(b) He wanted to have sex.
(c) He was worried about the baby.
(d) He was worried about Kelly.

5. What was in the briefcase belonging to the man next to Lia on the airplane?
(a) Money.
(b) Books.
(c) Pictures.
(d) Candy.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Ayinde think that Richard must feel about leaving her and Julian?

2. Why does Lia chose to pay this way?

3. What profession does Becky's husband have?

4. Who sent Ayinde a book?

5. What happens to Steve during the delivery of the baby?

Short Essay Questions

1. Becky always seems to worry about her weight. How is this self-consciousness shown in the chapter "June Becky"?

2. What is the symbolism of Mimi wearing a white dress to Becky and Andrew's wedding?

3. When Lia tells her mother that "Something happened" her mother assures her that she cares. Lia awaits a sign that her mother cares. How does her mother show her that she cares?

4. Why does Kelly panic when she finds out that Steve wants to become a teacher?

5. Ayinde is experiencing pain and suffering when first introduced in "April Ayinde". Usually Ayinde is one that appears to have it all. In what ways is Ayinde experiencing pain and suffering?

6. Kelly jokes, "It takes a village to feed my child." What does this mean?

7. Why does the director tell Ayinde that no one will tune in to watch her read the news?

8. Why is the thought of having intercourse so hard for Kelly?

9. What are some things that have shaped the way Kelly is today?

10. We learn Kelly wanted a normal childhood in May Kelly. What does Kelly consider a normal childhood?

(see the answer keys)

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