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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What is one of the reasons why Precious was held back in the second grade?
(a) She misbehaved
(b) She could not read
(c) She could not speak properly
(d) She did not attend class

3. When did Precious' father begin raping her?
(a) When she was in fourth grade
(b) When she was in fifth grade
(c) When she was in third grade
(d) When she was in second grade

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

5. What does the secretary at the Alternative School need from Precious to see if she is eligible for the program?
(a) Her social security card
(b) Her previous school records
(c) An admission fee
(d) Her mother's budget

Short Answer Questions

1. When was Precious born?

2. Who does Precious' first baby, Little Mongo, live with?

3. What is revealed about Precious' first baby when she flashes back to the memory of having her?

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

5. Why does Mr. Wicher like Precious?

(see the answer key)

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