The Joys of Motherhood Quiz

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

Which character can be seen as essentially giving permission for Nnu Ego to become pregnant? (from Chapters 5, 6, and 7)

Nnu Ego's chi.

Nnaife.

Nnu Ego's father.

Cordelia.

2.

Given that one aspect of the guitar's metaphoric value is that it represents the allure of the past, what is the most likely symbolic meaning of Nnaife's playing the guitar so much in Chapter 10? (from Chapters 10 and 11)

He seems to be longing for a past in which he had a future as a successful musician.

He seems to be longing for a past in which he had less responsibility to his family.

He seems to be longing for a past in which Nnu Ego was able to give him a son.

He seems to be longing for a past in which he was respected by the white people he worked for.

3.

Why does Nnu Ego compare Nnaife to Amatokwu? (from Chapters 5, 6, and 7)

She thinks Amatokwu would have fathered a completely healthy child.

She thinks Naife is a better man for being able to father a child with her, where Amatokwu could not.

She thinks Amatokwu would have been more compassionate in the aftermath of their child's death.

She thinks Nnaife is going to be a better provider than Amatokwu could ever be.

4.

Why did Nnaife disappear in Chapter 12? (from Chapters 12, 13, and 14)

He was forced to join the army.

He was forced to join the household of another white master.

He was assaulted by robbers while visiting family.

He became too drunk to return home.

5.

Why does Nnaife not see Oshia off at the airport when he (Oshia) leaves for America? (from Chapters 17 and 18)

Nnaife is resentful that Oshia gets an opportunity he never had.

Nnaife thinks Oshia is betraying his family and his responsibilities.

Nnaife is too drunk to go.

Nnu Ego told Nnaife to stay home: he would be too sad if he went.

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