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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 7-16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What chronic condition does Skeeter's mother suffer from at the beginning of the novel?
(a) Cystic fibrosis.
(b) Stomach ulcers.
(c) Multiple sclerosis.
(d) Diabetes.

2. What gesture would Constantine use to let Skeeter knew she wanted her to pay close attention to her?
(a) She would tap herself on the chest.
(b) She would cup Skeeter's chin in her hand.
(c) She would press her thumb into Skeeter's palm.
(d) She would tap her finger on her own chin.

3. What general shares a name with a popular hotel and restaurant in this book?
(a) Stonewall Jackson.
(b) Robert E. Lee.
(c) George Patton.
(d) Ulysses S. Grant.

4. With whom does Skeeter have a date in chapter 9?
(a) Stuart Farnsworth.
(b) Stuart Whitworth.
(c) Johnny Foote.
(d) William Holbrook.

5. What does Aibileen write in a small blue notepad?
(a) Her thoughts and emotions.
(b) Her prayers.
(c) Her fictional stories.
(d) Her grocery lists.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Hilly give to Aibileen after a bridge party in chapter 12?

2. What is the Shinalator?

3. What item does Skeeter take to carrying around in chapter 11?

4. Why does Hilly express distaste at using Mrs. Leefolt's guest bathroom in chapter 1?

5. On what day is Celia supposed to tell her husband that she has hired Minny as their maid?

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