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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3, "Selling in Minnesota,".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Frequently, owners of homes will set up ___________ to keep an eye on the housekeeping help that are in their homes
(a) Private investigators
(b) Hidden cameras
(c) Times to watch them
(d) Large spills

2. The author most dislikes the visible __________ at the restaurant where she works since they complain and never leave good tips.
(a) Republicans
(b) Christians
(c) Tourists
(d) Elite

3. According to the National Coalition for the Homeless, in 1998, the hourly wage necessary to afford a one bedroom apartment was _________.
(a) $10.00
(b) $6.50
(c) $8.89
(d) $7.50

4. What does Barbara have to leave in her disgusting hotel room, even though she does not want to?
(a) Laptop
(b) Uniforms
(c) Clothing
(d) Food

5. The workers at The Maids get free ________ when they arrive at work in the morning, but have to wear uniforms.
(a) Donuts
(b) Eggs
(c) Pancakes
(d) Energy bars

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Barbara Ehrenreich's editor, the one who assigns her the story that became this book?

2. Who is the diabetic that sneaks donuts at the Woodcrest residential facility where the author works her second job?

3. What is interesting about the test Barbara takes when she applies at Wal-Mart again?

4. Barbara realizes she will need ____________ in order to pay for her apartment.

5. Since Barbara is far from any grocery store, she needs to live on __________ when she eats.

(see the answer key)

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