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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Abstracts.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In real life, what does Ms. Johnson look like?
(a) She's freckled and has blonde hair.
(b) She's skinny and short.
(c) She's large and big-boned with rough, man-working hands.
(d) She's white-haired and petite.

2. Which of the following statements is not true about what happens on the television talk shows that inspire Ms. Johnson's dreams?
(a) Children who have made it are surprised by their parents.
(b) The children thank the parents for helping them succeed.
(c) The children and parents embrace and smile and cry.
(d) Unsuccessful children greet their unhappy parents.

3. Which character in "Everyday Use" goes to school in Augusta on money Ms. Johnson and her church raise?
(a) John Thomas.
(b) Maggie.
(c) Dee.
(d) Hakim-a-barber.

4. After whom does Ms. Johnson name Dee?
(a) An old neighbor.
(b) A cousin.
(c) Aunt Dicie, Ms. Johnson's sister and Dee's aunt.
(d) A good friend.

5. What kind of soil comprises Ms. Johnson's yard?
(a) Dry, dusty soil.
(b) Rich, dark brown earth.
(c) Hard clay.
(d) Red earth.

Short Answer Questions

1. What one thing does the person taking the Polaroids make sure is always included in each picture?

2. When Ms. Johnson snatches Grandma Dee's quilts from Wangero's hands, into whose hands does she place them?

3. What does Ms. Johnson do in church when the spirit of God touches her?

4. What does Ms. Johnson offer Wangero instead of the two quilts Grandma Dee pieced?

5. How does Maggie respond to the attempts to shake her hand?

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