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

2. How did Firdaus feel about school?
(a) She didn't go to school.
(b) She hated it.
(c) She was bored.
(d) She enjoyed it.

3. What is Firdaus' initial impression of El Saadawi?
(a) She thinks she is a spy.
(b) She cannot wait to meet her.
(c) She hates her.
(d) She does not want to meet her.

4. How did Firdaus hide her fears?
(a) Split personalities.
(b) She does not speak.
(c) Under makeup.
(d) Comedy.

5. Why is Firdaus in jail?
(a) Embezzling.
(b) Theft.
(c) Political crimes.
(d) Murder.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What did Firdaus see at the place her uncle takes her after graduation?

3. What instructions does Firdaus give El Saadawi at the start of Chapter 2?

4. What type of degree does Firdaus hold?

5. What contact does El Saadawi have at an Egyptian prison?

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