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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pp. 3 - 7 .

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How is Sidra described as an employee?
(a) She takes great pride in her work.
(b) She is indifferent.
(c) She likes to cut corners.
(d) She has poor attendance.

2. What did Hadley's parents do when she failed her genetic screening?
(a) Told her she should borrow a baby.
(b) Kicked her out.
(c) Took her to temple to pray.
(d) Suggested genetic repair.

3. What does Hadley do some nights to manage her pain?
(a) She prays.
(b) She writes about her experience.
(c) She goes to a bar and drinks.
(d) She meditates.

4. What does a woman deemed suitable for procreation need to do when she wants to have a baby?
(a) Take an IQ test.
(b) Begin a very specific exercise routine.
(c) Eat the required diet for 6 months before she can procreate.
(d) Apply for a license.

5. Who is the author of the short story "Graceful Burdens"?
(a) Lisa Gay.
(b) Roxane Gay.
(c) Roxanne Gaitskill.
(d) Renee Gray.

Short Answer Questions

1. What are some of the things that women who accept their lot in life do when they are deemed unsuitable for procreation?

2. How old are women when they need to submit to genetic screening in "Graceful Burdens"?

3. How long are babies available for borrowing before they are sent elsewhere?

4. Why do some women return their borrowed babies quickly?

5. What is another of the four places babies may be sent to when they age out of the lending program?

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