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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 70 - 80.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Moraga think her writing could be considered racist?
(a) She uses ghetto slang too often.
(b) She writes in Spanish too much.
(c) She switched back and forth between English and Spanish.
(d) It reflects the polished, academic style taught in college.

2. Why is sex with her girlfriend better than sex with the male soldier?
(a) It is more than a one-night stand.
(b) It is quieter.
(c) It is more passionate and loving.
(d) It is more meaningful.

3. In "La Guera" what does Moraga say made her life easier for her?
(a) Her social status.
(b) Her sense of humor.
(c) Her light skin.
(d) Her education.

4. What does a crazy woman do in the restaurant where Moraga is working?
(a) Takes off all her clothes.
(b) Pours coffee on a stranger.
(c) Sprays the fire extinguisher.
(d) Screams about Jesus coming soon.

5. According to Moraga, ______________ means more than one's own well-being or peace.
(a) Education.
(b) Poetry.
(c) The future.
(d) The truth.

Short Answer Questions

1. Moraga belongs to both the feminist and _____________ movements.

2. In "An Open Invitation to a Meal" the narrator is tired of being treated as a _____________.

3. To what does Moraga compare herself in "Raw Experience"?

4. Who is the main character in "Pesadilla?"

5. In "Fear, a Love Poem" what does the narrator say has been hard for her?

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