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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2, pages 20-30.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Why is Firdaus unlike other inmates?
(a) She does not wear handcuffs.
(b) She refuses to see people.
(c) She refuses to eat.
(d) She is innocent.

3. Who else does El Saadawi speak to prior to meeting Firdaus?
(a) Cancer patients.
(b) Young children with blue eyes.
(c) Male prisoners.
(d) Female prisoners.

4. In Chapter 2, who was Wafeya in love with?
(a) The quarterback.
(b) Her uncles' friend.
(c) Her cousin.
(d) Her brother.

5. What job did Firdaus obtain after many years of abuse?
(a) Drug dealer.
(b) Social worker.
(c) Prostitute.
(d) Doctor.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happened when Firdaus saw herself in the mirror at her uncle's house?

2. What is El Saadawi's impression of prison?

3. What does El Saadawi try to convince herself of in Chapter 1 as she walks back to the car?

4. Where does El Saadawi meet Firdaus?

5. How did Firdaus' mother mutilate her?

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