What Do You Know About Maya Angelou?

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What Do You Know About Maya Angelou? - Quiz

Have you heard the above name before? What do you know about her? If you are a poet reader, you should know her. Take this quiz to get know if you really know her

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1.

Which of the following work has she ever done?
- A.
  
  Sex worker
- B.
  
  Night club dancer
- C.
  
  All of the above
- D.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
C. All of the above

Explanation
The correct answer is "All of the above" because the question is asking about the work she has ever done, and all the options provided - sex worker and night club dancer - are included in the answer. This means that she has done both of these types of work at some point in her life.

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2.

With which of the following has she ever worked for?
- A.
  
  Martin Luther king jr.
- B.
  
  Malcolm X
- C.
  
  None of the above
- D.
  
  All of the above
Correct Answer
D. All of the above

Explanation
The correct answer is "All of the above". This means that she has worked with both Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X.

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3.

She is the author of which of the following books?
- A.
  
  I have a dream
- B.
  
  I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings
- C.
  
  None of the above
- D.
  
  All of the above
Correct Answer
B. I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings

Explanation
The correct answer is "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings." This book was written by Maya Angelou, a renowned author, poet, and civil rights activist. It is a memoir that explores themes of racism, identity, and resilience. "I Have a Dream" is a famous speech by Martin Luther King Jr., not a book. Therefore, the answer "None of the above" is incorrect. Additionally, the answer "All of the above" is also incorrect as only one book is mentioned.

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4.

What is the full name of Maya?
- A.
  
  Marguerite Annie John
- B.
  
  Maggi Annie Johnson
- C.
  
  Marguerite Annie Johnson
- D.
  
  Marguerite Annie Jackson
Correct Answer
C. Marguerite Annie Johnson

Explanation
The correct answer is Marguerite Annie Johnson.

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5.

When was she born?
- A.
  
  1933
- B.
  
  1928
- C.
  
  1930
- D.
  
  1932
Correct Answer
B. 1928
6.

What position was she in her family?
- A.
  
  First
- B.
  
  Second
- C.
  
  Third
- D.
  
  Fourth
Correct Answer
B. Second

Explanation
The question asks about the position of the person in her family. The correct answer is "Second." This implies that she is not the oldest sibling, but the one who comes after the firstborn.

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7.

What is the name of her Father?
- A.
  
  Bailey
- B.
  
  Jacob
- C.
  
  Davies
- D.
  
  David
Correct Answer
A. Bailey
8.

What is the name of her mother?
- A.
  
  VArane
- B.
  
  Valerie
- C.
  
  Vivian
- D.
  
  Felicia
Correct Answer
C. Vivian

Explanation
The correct answer is Vivian. The question is asking for the name of "her" mother, but it does not provide any context or information about who "her" refers to. Therefore, without any additional information, we can only assume that "her" is referring to someone mentioned earlier or someone known to the person answering the question. Among the given options, Vivian is the only name that could potentially be the name of "her" mother.

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9.

Who nicknamed her "Maya"?
- A.
  
  Elder sister
- B.
  
  Elder brother
- C.
  
  Younger brother
- D.
  
  Younger sister
Correct Answer
B. Elder brother

Explanation
The correct answer is "Elder brother." This suggests that the person being referred to as "her" has an elder brother who gave her the nickname "Maya."

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10.

What is the name of her paternal grandmother?
- A.
  
  Annie Henderson
- B.
  
  Claire Henderson
- C.
  
  Nike Henderson
- D.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
A. Annie Henderson

Explanation
Annie Henderson is the correct answer because the question specifically asks for the name of her paternal grandmother. Since Annie Henderson is the only option provided that could potentially be a name, it is reasonable to assume that this is the correct answer. The other options, Claire Henderson and Nike Henderson, are not mentioned in the question and therefore cannot be considered as her paternal grandmother's name.

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