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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 163-262.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the poem entitled "the word," Anderson states that "Eve ate the apple" (194) due to what reason?
(a) Because she wanted to.
(b) Because the serpent asked her to.
(c) Because she had to.
(d) Because Adam was afraid to.

2. Anderson describes attending what kind of event for the older brother in her host family?
(a) Confirmation.
(b) Baptism.
(c) Funeral.
(d) Wedding.

3. Anderson states that she would only take off her "I'm fine! mask" (88) in what location?
(a) In her bed.
(b) In the cafeteria.
(c) At home.
(d) In the pool.

4. How old was Anderson when saying a particular word in front of the "church ladies" (14) earned her a consequence?
(a) 3.
(b) 5.
(c) 4.
(d) 6.

5. Anderson had taken how many years of French before embarking on her trip to study abroad?
(a) 1.
(b) 2.
(c) 3.
(d) 4.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which member of Anderson's family says that children should be told to follow their nightmares?

2. The poem entitled "scratching my throat with a pen" (149) is about Anderson's night job in what field?

3. Anderson's parents are described as having taken what action whenever something "horrible" (66) happened?

4. How long did Anderson spend in a study abroad program?

5. Which of the following terms most closely resembles the way in which Anderson uses the phrase "bonfire/of his vanities" in the poem entitled "not responsible for contents" (238)?

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