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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Sequence Three.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Poem One, which character says, "dark phrases of womanhood/of never havin been a girl"?
(a) The lady in orange.
(b) The lady in brown.
(c) The lady in red.
(d) The lady in green.

2. In Poem One, which character(s) say(s), "mama's little baby likes shortnin bread"?
(a) The lady in purple.
(b) The lady in yellow.
(c) The lady in orange.
(d) Everyone.

3. At the end of Poem Seven, how does the main character feel?
(a) Hopeful.
(b) Exhilarated.
(c) Full of life.
(d) Lonely.

4. When the other character's speak in Poem Two, what do they comment on?
(a) Their memories of baptism.
(b) The fun they had in high school.
(c) Their sexual experiences.
(d) Their favorite New Year's Eve.

5. What does the narrator mean when she says, "dark phrases of womanhood/ of never havin been a girl/ half-notes scattered/ without rhythm" in Poem One?
(a) Her life is scattered with no direction.
(b) She takes life seriously.
(c) Her life is on track and very focused.
(d) Her life is perfect.

Short Answer Questions

1. How big does the narrator say her universe is in Poem Eleven?

2. Which character relays the main narrative in Poem Two?

3. What do the characters ironically suggest in Poem Six?

4. Which character relays the main narrative in Poem Four?

5. What topic is mentioned in Poem Two that leads the reader into the next poem?

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