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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Two, The Desert, Pages 9-61 ,.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What are Jeannette's feelings towards her parents in light of her upbringing?
(a) She feels fondness and is a bit confused by them.
(b) She wants nothing to do with her parents.
(c) She has a deep rage for them.
(d) She is filled with regrets about their relationship.

2. What is Jeannette's manner of telling her story in Part 1?
(a) Straightforward.
(b) With great sadness.
(c) Sarcastic.
(d) Angry.

3. What is Jeannette's profession?
(a) Elementary Teacher.
(b) Literature Professor.
(c) Scientist.
(d) Journalist.

4. Which of the following best describes Jeannette's childhood?
(a) Strict.
(b) Chaotic.
(c) Calm.
(d) Boring.

5. When Rex has no money to buy Christmas presents for the children, what does he give them?
(a) An hour to talk with him about anything they want.
(b) A pet puppy.
(c) A trip to the zoo.
(d) A star.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of these attributes does Jeannette NOT portray in her style of storytelling?

2. What basic needs do Jeannette's family not always provide?

3. In Part 2, how old is Jeannette when she gets injured?

4. What was Rex doing when he met Rose Mary?

5. What is the incident in the first section of Part 2 that serves as a metaphor for the neglect that the children suffer?

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