Purple Hibiscus

Chapter 5 begins in Kambili's home town which is in:

• Nsukka

• Enugu

• Abba

• Lagos

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How long are Jaja and Kambili allowed to spend at Papa-Nnukwu's house?

• 20 minutes

• 25 minutes

• 5 minutes

• 15 minutes

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What does Amaka’s friend ask Kambili, and how does she respond?

• She asks Kambili who does her hair, and Kambili said Mama does it.

• She asks Kambili who does her hair, and Kambili did not respond.

• She asks Kambili if her hair is real, and Kambili says no, it is extensions.

• She asks Kambili if her hair is real, and Kambili does not respond.

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Amaka calls Kambili  an “atulu,” which means a lamb or sheep, insinuating that she is dumb. How does Aunt Ifeoma respond?

• She slaps Amaka

• She laughs and agrees

• She tells her she can have her own opinions but she must be respectful.

• She calls Kambili in and makes them have a heart to heart.

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How is Jaja adjusting to life at Aunt Ifeoma’s?

• He lies on the floor watching television like he has been doing so his whole entire life.

• He keeps to himself and just reads quietly.

• He argues loudly with Obiora and Amaka.

• He sticks to Aunt Ifeoma like glue and will not leave her side.

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While Kambili and Jaja are gone, what happens at The Standard?

• The government arrests everyone.

• The government arrests Ade Coker and shuts it down.

• It is bombed and destroyed.

• It goes out of business.

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What is the significance of the next call Aunt Ifeoma receives? (After Papa's call)

• Papa Eugene is sick.

• Papa Eugene was arrested.

• Papa Nnukwu is dead.

• Papa Nnukwu is sick.

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In chapter 8, what do Amaka, Aunt Ifeoma, and Obiora do after the rosary that shocks Kamibili and makes Jaja cry?

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Describe Kambili's behavior when Amaka's friends come to visit. Why do you think she behaves that way?

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Draw a symbol to describe a character of your choice from the novel. You must add the character's name to your drawing.

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