WorksheetsPurple Hibiscus Chapter 9
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 18mins
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.
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.
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.
What is Jaja’s real name?
Kambilo
Eugene,Jr.
Chukwuka
Nnukwu
What does his nickname mean?
It is the sound of a bird native to Nigeria.
It is the sound he made as a baby.
It is the sound he makes when he laughs.
It is how he pronounced his name as a child.
What happened to Jaja’s finger?
It is a deformity.
He hurt it learning to ride a bike.
Papa slammed it in a door.
He hurt it at Aunt Ifeoma's
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.
When Papa calls, what does he say?
The kids need to come home immediately.
Mama is going to stay with Aunt Ifeoma.
He is coming to visit Aunt Ifeoma.
The kids need to stay with Aunt Ifeoma for a few more days.
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.
How does Father Amadi help Aunt Ifeoma?
He helps her get gas for her car.
He jump starts her car battery.
He drives her to Abba town.
He helps her convert Papa Nnukwu.
What are two differences between Aunt Ifeoma's house and Papa's house? Think back to chapter 8.
In chapter 8, what do Amaka, Aunt Ifeoma, and Obiora do after the rosary that shocks Kamibili and makes Jaja cry?
Compare and contrast Father Benedict (family priest) and Father Amadi. Think of at least two similarities and differences.
Describe Kambili's behavior when Amaka's friends come to visit. Why do you think she behaves that way?
Draw a symbol to describe a character of your choice from the novel. You must add the character's name to your drawing.
