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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 2, News of the World.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the chapter "Tricknology", what does Lefty do to help supplement his income?
(a) He solicits women to pose for pornographic photos taken by his friend Maurice.
(b) He extends the operating hours of the Zebra Room.
(c) He serves as a driver for his friend Maurice during the day.
(d) He rents a room in the family's home to a customer from the Zebra Room.

2. What does Desdemona keep in the silkworm box to predict the sex of a baby?
(a) The rope wedding crowns.
(b) Her hair braids.
(c) A silkworm cocoon.
(d) A silver spoon.

3. What does Desdemona admire about the women of Temple No.1?
(a) Their work ethic.
(b) Their religious devotion.
(c) Their ability to create beautiful silk fabric.
(d) Their modesty.

4. What is the fate of the Silk Room at Temple No. 1 when Elijah Muhammed takes over as leader after Fard's arrest.?
(a) It is downsized.
(b) It is expanded.
(c) It closes.
(d) It is relocated to a new building.

5. What is located in Desdemona's hope chest that she fears she will never use?
(a) A wedding dress.
(b) A baby blanket.
(c) An olive wood silkworm box.
(d) A corset.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Milton decide to take the Annapolis entrance exam?

2. What is Lefty's actual motivation for going into town?

3. What does Desdemona vow to never do again after Calliope's birth?

4. What does Desdemona attempt to smuggle into the U.S. in her silkworm box?

5. What is ironic about the fact that Milton decides to join the Navy instead of the Army?

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