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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 2: "Occupied" and "Green Glass".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Polepole," how does "the man's" servant react when he sees Daisy hiding by the door?
(a) He does not react; he acts as if she is not there.
(b) He laughs and shakes a finger at Daisy.
(c) He glares at Daisy as if he is angry at her.
(d) He scolds "the man" in Swahili.

2. In "Polepole," what surprises Daisy about Cecily's reaction to "the man's" hitting the child?
(a) Daisy thinks that Cecily is embarrassed, but then Cecily just shrugs it off.
(b) Daisy thinks that Cecily is amused, but later Cecily yells at "the man."
(c) Daisy thinks that Cecily is angry, but Cecily actually seems to approve.
(d) Daisy thinks that Cecily is disinterested, but then Cecily demands an apology.

3. On page 38 of "Occupied," which phrase describes how Ivy feels when she plays with her son?
(a) "A robotic performer."
(b) "Ironically unengaged."
(c) "Unguarded and trusting."
(d) "White with light."

4. On page of 8 of "Polepole," what does "the man" say to Daisy that causes her to accuse him of insincerity?
(a) "You're beautiful."
(b) "I need to kiss you."
(c) "You're dangerous."
(d) "I love you."

5. In "Occupied," what is the occupation of Ivy's lover?
(a) Stockbroker.
(b) Photojournalist.
(c) Embassy official.
(d) Community organizer.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "Occupied," who does Ivy think that she sees in the park?

2. In "Green Glass," what does Tom tell his ex about her dress?

3. In "Green Glass," what is implied by Tom's assertion that his breakup with his ex was a mutual decision?

4. In "Polepole," what is "Kibera"?

5. In "Green Glass," what does Tom say Fran should do with her feelings?

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