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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 36-48.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What verb does the author use to describe the effect that the little things can sometimes have on people?
(a) Sting.
(b) Singe.
(c) Stab.
(d) Burn.

2. After the man in Lagos's comment at receiving a tip, the author says she saw what "dawn on Louis's face"? (14)
(a) Comprehension.
(b) Enlightenment.
(c) Realization.
(d) Understanding.

3. When the man advised the author not to call herself a feminist, he said that feminists are women who are unhappy because of what reason??
(a) Because they have fewer job opportunities than men.
(b) Because they cannot find husbands.
(c) Because they cannot control men.
(d) Because they are weaker than men.

4. What did the man in Lagos say when receiving his tip?
(a) "God bless you both" (14).
(b) "Thank you, sah!" (14).
(c) "Is this it?" (14).
(d) "I appreciate this very much, ma'am" (14).

5. What two qualities does the author suggest that society focus on when raising children instead of focusing on gender?
(a) Money and fame.
(b) Suitability and adaptability.
(c) Ability and interest.
(d) Happiness and satisfaction.

Short Answer Questions

1. The author states that women have a greater number of opportunities than they did 50 years ago, thanks to changes in what two elements?

2. The author describes her evolving feminist self-labels as being what?

3. A century ago, the Igbo culture considered the birth of twins to be what type of omen?

4. A century ago, what did the people of the Igbo culture do when twins were born?

5. The author relates the story of her friend who had felt slighted by her boss in a meeting and had wanted to challenge him, but had instead taken what action?

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