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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 23.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why do Maya and Bailey dislike the Reverend Thomas?
(a) He pinches them on the cheek.
(b) He preaches too long.
(c) He never remembers their names.
(d) He smells funny.

2. What does Maya decide to do after Mr. Freedman is stopped?
(a) run away
(b) go to college
(c) become a prostitute
(d) never speak to anyone again

3. How many times has Momma been married?
(a) once
(b) three
(c) none
(d) two

4. How old is Maya when she goes to work for Mrs. Cullinan?
(a) ten
(b) eight
(c) twelve
(d) fourteen

5. What happens to Mr. Freedman after court?
(a) Maya's uncles kill him.
(b) He goes to jail for 20 years.
(c) He rapes her again.
(d) He runs away.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is a black person risking to speak to a white person, according to Momma?

2. What does Maya do with the first Valentine she ever receives?

3. Why does Maya keep quiet about Mr. Freedman's rape of her?

4. What happens to Maya and Bailey after the incident with Mr. Freedman?

5. An adult Maya suggests that black people survive ___________________.

(see the answer key)

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