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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 did Firdaus' uncle not want to send her to the university?
(a) It was too far away.
(b) It was co-ed.
(c) It was expensive.
(d) It was not accepting female students.

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

3. Why was El Saadawi fired from her job in the 1970's?
(a) Her refusual to reveal a source.
(b) Her feminist views.
(c) She had an affair.
(d) She stole money.

4. What was Firdaus' relationship with her mother like?
(a) Loving.
(b) Distant.
(c) Hateful.
(d) Friendly.

5. What does the Warden tell El Saadawi in Chapter 1, when she tries to see Firdaus?
(a) Firdaus is already dead.
(b) Firdaus has some papers for her.
(c) The prison does not like journalists.
(d) She does not want to see her.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where did Firdaus' uncle take her after she graduated?

2. Why did Firdaus begin to stare at money after eating in the restaurant?

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

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

5. What does Sharifa Salah el Dine open Firdaus' eyes to?

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