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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 18 through 22.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Mina, the Rootless," who did Mernissi say she was having difficulties with during their conversations?
(a) Aunt Habiba.
(b) Samir.
(c) Her father.
(d) Her mother.

2. What year did Mernissi's mother give up covering her face and wearing a veil?
(a) 1943.
(b) 1959.
(c) 1930.
(d) 1956.

3. Who was Mina?
(a) Cousin to Mernissi.
(b) Slave.
(c) Co-wife.
(d) Teacher.

4. What did Mernissi admire about Zin?
(a) His funny jokes.
(b) His handsomeness and elegance.
(c) His silly poetry.
(d) His happy expression.

5. How many times did Mina dance during the year?
(a) Every week.
(b) Twice a month.
(c) Once.
(d) Whenever she felt like it.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of competitions did Tamou organize?

2. At what time did the doorkeeper in Mernissi's childhood home turn off the stair lights at night?

3. What was shape of the house on Grandfather Tazi's farm where the harem lived?

4. What tree was Yaya happy to receive from the women of the harem?

5. How does Mernissi describe Granfather Tazi's physical form?

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