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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Personal Voice: The Blue Machinery of Summer, Book Marks, and Silk Parachute.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the main sign that McClanahan's first marriage is doomed to sadness?
(a) McClanahan cheated on him with another man.
(b) She was in love with her best friend.
(c) McClanahan could not have any children.
(d) Her husband impregnated another woman.

2. Why is Cofer reflecting on the memories of moving to New York City?
(a) Her father died.
(b) She moved away.
(c) She watches an old home video.
(d) She sees a friend from her childhood.

3. Pertaining to "Hair" what does Aldrich associate hair to?
(a) Her mother.
(b) Aldrich's best feature.
(c) A woman's personal identity.
(d) Mammals.

4. In "Westbury Court," who moves into the apartment down the hall after the lady and her children move out?
(a) It remains vacant.
(b) Another family.
(c) An old man.
(d) A group of Haitian musicians.

5. Who does Komunyakaa become close with where he works?
(a) Lily.
(b) Frank and Lily.
(c) Frank.
(d) Fred and Laura.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Adlrich recall being obsessed with their hair?

2. Pertaining to "Westbury Court," with what is Danticat struggling?

3. What does McPhee compare his gift to in "Silk Parachute."

4. Where does Gates go when he leaves America?

5. What does Aldrich think is achieved when manifesting the perfect hairstyle?

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