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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 15.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What does Maya admire about Momma?
(a) her wealth
(b) her intelligence
(c) her beauty
(d) her strength and power

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

4. What does Maya find out about her parents when she receives Christmas presents from them?
(a) that they are alive
(b) that they live in Florida
(c) that they dislike their children
(d) that they are rich

5. What does Mr. Freedman order Maya to do?
(a) go to school
(b) take off her clothes
(c) walk his dog
(d) read a book

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does Maya think of Mrs. Flowers?

3. What do the blacks in Stamps think of Mrs. Flowers?

4. What does Maya call the time she spends with Mrs. Flowers?

5. As a young child who is Maya's favorite author?

(see the answer key)

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