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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Passing, Part Two, Chapter Two.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Peter's wife told Helga her presence was not
(a) Surprising.
(b) Acceptable.
(c) Convenient.
(d) Appropriate.

2. Helga's aunt Katrina wants Helga to
(a) Mind her manners.
(b) Wear less makeup.
(c) Dress in a subdued manner.
(d) Wear brightly colored clothing.

3. Helga feels she does not fit in with this community because
(a) She is an aggressive woman.
(b) Her hair is blonde.
(c) She is a black activist.
(d) Her skin is fair.

4. Her deepest regret over the incident with Anderson is
(a) That she made a fool of herself.
(b) That she did not tell Anne.
(c) Her broken relationship with Anne.
(d) She never really liked him.

5. Irene allowing Clare into the private rooms of the house symbolizes
(a) Irene's wish that Clare will love her sons.
(b) Irene allowing herself to be vulnerable.
(c) Irene's desire to show Clare her wealth.
(d) Irene's invitation to invade her family.

Short Answer Questions

1. What the Dahls have wanted all along was

2. Helga is tired of black people

3. Helga resents the authority structure's tendency to be

4. Dr. Anderson's rejection of her leaves Helga

5. What disturbs Helga about her conversation with Dr. Anderson?

(see the answer key)

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