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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. Why is Firdaus' uncle concered about Sheikh Mahmoud?
(a) He might be too old.
(b) He might not be educated.
(c) He might be too young.
(d) He might be too poor.

2. Who came to see Firdaus at the playground the night of her graduation?
(a) Miss Iqbal.
(b) Wafeya.
(c) Her uncle.
(d) No one.

3. Where does El Saadawi meet Firdaus?
(a) A mall.
(b) A park.
(c) A bank.
(d) Prison.

4. What room did Firdaus reserve for only her enjoyment?
(a) The bathroom.
(b) The kitchen.
(c) The garden.
(d) The library.

5. What could Sheikh Mahmoud offer Firdaus' uncle?
(a) A new car.
(b) A large dowry.
(c) A new business.
(d) Five cows.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did Firdaus' mother mutilate her?

2. Why was El Saadawi fired from her job in the 1970's?

3. What did Bayoumi offer Firdaus help in finding?

4. Why did Firdaus go to jail?

5. Where does Firdaus invite El Saadawi to sit when they meet for the first time in Chapter 1?

(see the answer key)

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