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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2, pages 67-77.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did Firdaus help at her uncle's house?
(a) She beat the mats with a hammer.
(b) She dusted the antique china.
(c) She cleaned.
(d) She dressed the other children.

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

3. Where did Firdaus stay all the time while at Sharifa Salah el Dine's home?
(a) In the attic.
(b) In the kitchen.
(c) In her room.
(d) In the garden.

4. Who did Firdaus hear her uncle thanking for the marriage arrangement in Chapter 2?
(a) Sheikh Mahmoud.
(b) Her aunt.
(c) Allah.
(d) Her father.

5. What does Firdaus want to do when men ask if she feels good?
(a) Love them.
(b) Hug them.
(c) Spit on them.
(d) Kill them.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Firdaus' initial impression of El Saadawi?

2. Who is Bayoumi?

3. How did Firdaus stay warm on the cold nights at her uncles' house?

4. What did Sheikh Mahmoud do to Firdaus when she threw food away?

5. In Chapter 1, what does the Warden tell El Saadawi in the parking lot?

(see the answer key)

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