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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 7 through 13.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At what time did the doorkeeper in Mernissi's childhood home turn off the stair lights at night?
(a) 9 p.m.
(b) 8 p.m.
(c) Midnight.
(d) 10 p.m.

2. What kind of prize did the winner of Tamou's competitions receive?
(a) Money.
(b) Caftan.
(c) Pastilla.
(d) Medal.

3. In what city was Mernissi born?
(a) Fez.
(b) Instanbul.
(c) Rome.
(d) Casablanca.

4. What did Mernissi's mother say to Mernissi when she tried to rebel against her?
(a) She did not take her seriously.
(b) No rebelling ever.
(c) She thought her daughter was too dramatic.
(d) Rebel when you know there is some chance you may win.

5. What did Zin and Jawad wear when they went to the movies?
(a) Caftans.
(b) Khakis and polo shirts.
(c) Jeans and t-shirts.
(d) Red bow ties.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Krisha's wife not like to do?

2. What did Mernissi's mother say she wanted for her daughters when they were older?

3. What were the streets of Medina like when Mernissi was growing up?

4. Who told Mernissi that she should never accept inequality because it was not logical?

5. What foreign language could Tamou speak fluently?

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