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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through “Counting and Skimming” – “Eating Crow”.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How long ago did Delpine's mother abandon her family?
(a) 2 years ago.
(b) 4 years ago.
(c) 7 years ago.
(d) 9 years ago.

2. Why does Delphine refuse to take her sisters to the People's Center in "Eating Crow"?
(a) Because Crazy Kelvin threatened her.
(b) Because she is scared of Sister Pat.
(c) Because she is scared of Sister Mukumbu.
(d) Because she does not want them to attend the rally.

3. What word from the novel means to fool or trick someone?
(a) Sucker.
(b) Interact.
(c) Placate.
(d) Distract.

4. How old is Delphine?
(a) 7.
(b) 13.
(c) 11.
(d) 9.

5. What book does Delphine read to her sisters when they go to bed in "Glass of Water"?
(a) Peter Pan.
(b) Aesop's Fables.
(c) James and the Giant Peach.
(d) The Bible.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of Delphine's uncle?

2. What is on Crazy Kelvin's t-shirt?

3. What was Huey Newton's position in the Black Panther Party?

4. What does Cecile grudgingly buy for her daughters in "Expert Colored Counting"?

5. What is Cecile's last name?

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