Quiz on 'Everyday Use'

What physical feature does Maggie have?

• Burn scars

• Freckles

• Long hair

• Glasses

What does Dee want to take from the house?

• Money

• Clothes

• Family quilts

• Furniture

How does Mama describe herself?

• Thin and graceful

• Large and big-boned

• Short and quick

• Tall and elegant

What new name does Dee choose for herself?

• Wangero

• Asalamalakim

• Hakim-a-barber

• Maggie

What happened to the family's first house?

• It was sold

• It burned down

• They moved away

• It was renovated

How does Maggie react when she sees Dee?

• She hugs her

• She runs away

• She hides behind Mama

• She gives Dee a hug

What does Dee's boyfriend refuse to eat?

• Pork

• Beef

• Chicken

• Vegetables

What skill does Mama mention she has?

• Cooking

• Butchering a hog

• Playing an instrument

What is the significance of the title "Everyday Use"?

• It's about daily chores

• It contrasts heritage as decoration vs. practical use

• It's Dee's favorite phrase

• It describes Mama's work ethic

What is the main conflict in the story?

• Financial struggles

• Different views on heritage

• Generational gap