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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Ms. Johnson believe Maggie thinks her portion from God is?
(a) To prosper and live in abundance.
(b) To be loveless and alone.
(c) To do without while Wangero prospers.
(d) To suffer ill health.

2. What does Ms. Johnson notice in the wood of the dasher?
(a) Scratches.
(b) Termite holes.
(c) Scuff marks.
(d) Sink marks from thumbs & fingers touching the wood.

3. Who is the first male character to appear onstage in "Everyday Use?"
(a) John Thomas.
(b) Grandpa Jarrell.
(c) Great Grandpa Ezra.
(d) Hakim-a-barber.

4. What noises tell Ms. Johnson someone is standing outside the room in which she and Wangero are?
(a) The television set comes on.
(b) The radio comes on.
(c) Maggies footsteps.
(d) Maggie's breathing.

5. How many characters in "Everyday Use" own cars?
(a) One.
(b) None.
(c) Two.
(d) Three.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who makes the sounds in the kitchen?

2. What does Dee's companion do for a living?

3. In what is the Johnson home located?

4. At the beginning of "Everyday Use," who does Ms. Johnson say will regard Dee with a mixture of envy and awe?

5. What kind of soil comprises Ms. Johnson's yard?

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