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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2, pages 54-67.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What river did Firdaus watch from her window every day?
(a) Nile.
(b) Tigress.
(c) El-Agrabi.
(d) Mississippi.

2. What did Firdaus' uncle give her when she graduated?
(a) A necklace.
(b) A dress.
(c) A watch.
(d) A ring.

3. What did Bayoumi offer Firdaus help in finding?
(a) Her mother.
(b) Her husband.
(c) A job.
(d) A place to stay.

4. Who can EL Saadawi not stop thinking about in Chapter 1?
(a) Her husband.
(b) The prison.
(c) Her child.
(d) Firdaus.

5. What instructions does Firdaus give El Saadawi at the start of Chapter 2?
(a) Do not look her in the eyes.
(b) Ask questions.
(c) Close your eyes.
(d) Do not interrupt.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Firdaus do when Sheikh Mahmoud beats her?

2. What job does El Saadawi hold that led her to meet Firdaus?

3. How did Firdaus feel about herself in Chapter 2?

4. What type of degree does Firdaus hold?

5. What did Firdaus realize at the restaurant while she ate?

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