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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part One, A Woman on the Street,.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What are Jeannette's parents' feelings regarding society's rules?
(a) They think rules are very important.
(b) They refuse to conform to them.
(c) They are very responsible, but don't like it.
(d) They want to fit in with everyone.

3. Why does Jeannette meet Rose Mary at this location in Part 1?
(a) Because she doesn't want to be seen with her mother.
(b) She doesn't want her mother to see where she lives.
(c) Her mother will only meet her in public.
(d) Because her mother likes it there.

4. How does Jeannette contact Rose Mary to set up a meeting in Part 1?
(a) She sends a letter.
(b) She calls a mutual friend.
(c) She calls her father and asks him to relay the message.
(d) She leaves her a note at a hotel.

5. According to Rose Mary, how should Jeannette explain her mother's situation to others?
(a) She should make up whatever makes her feel best.
(b) She should tell the truth.
(c) She should pretend that her mother is dead.
(d) She should tell them it is none of their business.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following descriptions might best describe Jeannette?

2. What type of childhood does Jeannette say she had?

3. Which of the following does Rose Mary tell Jeannette about changing?

4. Where do Jeannette's parents live in Part 1 of the book?

5. What is Rose Mary doing when Jeannette first sees her at the beginning of the book?

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