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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When does Precious start writing her story?
(a) September 24, 1987
(b) September 25, 1989
(c) September 30, 1988
(d) September 20, 1986

2. What does Precious' mother do when she finds out about Precious' first pregnancy?
(a) Takes her to church
(b) Takes her to the doctor
(c) Beats her
(d) Makes her leave

3. What class does Precious sign up for after taking the Alternative School's test?
(a) The pre-G.E.D. class
(b) The special education class
(c) The G.E.D. class
(d) The easiest class

4. What is the only thing Precious likes about being pregnant?
(a) Men do not make lewd comments to her
(b) She does not have to go to school
(c) Her mother and father leave her alone
(d) Her mother is nicer to her

5. How old is Precious when the book begins?
(a) 16
(b) 14
(c) 15
(d) 17

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Precious attack Mrs. Lichenstein?

2. When did Precious' father begin raping her?

3. What does Precious nickname the black nurse at the hospital?

4. What does Precious wonder about her second baby?

5. How old is Precious when she leaves school to have her daughter?

(see the answer key)

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