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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Essays 13 and 14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why was Barbara Kingsolver reluctant to join the band?
(a) The other players were not very good.
(b) She had not played in a long time.
(c) She didn't want to embarrass herself.
(d) She didn't have time for all the rehearsing.

2. What does Barbara Kingsolver say she lacked in high school?
(a) Relations with adults.
(b) A belief system.
(c) Popularity.
(d) Friends.

3. What did living in this place make Barbara Kingsolver see about how Americans see children?
(a) They see children as luxuries.
(b) They see children as little bothers.
(c) They see children as little souls.
(d) They see children in terms of economics.

4. What does Barbara Kingsolver say is society's responsibility in regard to children?
(a) To get them through high school.
(b) To help them reach their dreams.
(c) To participate in their care.
(d) To feed and clothe them.

5. When was Barbara Kingsolver recruited by the librarian?
(a) Her sophomore year.
(b) Her senior year.
(c) Her junior year.
(d) Her freshman year.

Short Answer Questions

1. What other developments does Barbara Kingsolver say resulted from hunting?

2. What was the consequence of the librarian's relationship with Barbara Kingsolver?

3. How does Barbara Kingsolver describe herself when she was in high school?

4. What news did Barbara Kingsolver get on the day she brought her first daughter home?

5. When did Barbara Kingsolver decide to move to Tucson?

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