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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Movement I: I - IV.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who had Edna married when she had Amelia come and live with her in New Orleans?
(a) Henry Carter.
(b) James Watson.
(c) John Gant.
(d) Roger Moore.

2. When was Ivory Mae born?
(a) 1951.
(b) 1959.
(c) 1945.
(d) 1941.

3. When did Lolo drop out of school, according to the author in "Movement I: Part I"?
(a) After fourth grade.
(b) After fifth grade.
(c) After third grade.
(d) After seventh grade.

4. How old was Lolo when she gave birth to the author's mother?
(a) 16.
(b) 19.
(c) 25.
(d) 29.

5. Who was the family friend that took Ivory Mae to Charity Hospital where she was confirmed as pregnant as a teenager?
(a) Ms. Anna Mae.
(b) Ms. Mary Jo.
(c) Ms. Aretha.
(d) Ms. Cathy.

Short Answer Questions

1. When did John McDonogh bequeath half of his estate to New Orleans public schools?

2. How many miles must one travel from the French Quarter to reach the house where the author grew up?

3. What second name does the narrator attribute to Carl in "Map"?

4. Where did Lolo try her fate around 1942, leaving her children in others' care?

5. How old was the author's sister Karen when she was dragged down the road, according to her narrative in "Map"?

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