Nickel And Dimed Book By Barbara Ehrenreich
Nickel and Dimed is a book by Barbara Ehrenreich. Published in 2001, the book talks about the impact of the welfare reform act of 1996. If you have read it or intend to, this is the quiz for you. Enjoy!
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The impetus for Ehrenreich’s investigation is?
- A.
She feels guilty for never joining her classmates in the 1960s who helped organize workers
- B.
The 4 million women about to enter the workforce due to welfare reform
- C.
She needs to write a dissertation to get her Ph.D.
- D.
All if the above
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B. The 4 million women about to enter the workforce due to welfare reformExplanation
Ehrenreich's investigation is driven by the fact that 4 million women are about to enter the workforce due to welfare reform. This is the impetus for her exploration and study, as she seeks to understand the experiences and challenges faced by these women in low-wage jobs.Rate this question:
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- 2.
What is the aim of Ehrenreich’s investigation?
- A.
To see if she can match her income to her expenses as a low-wage worker
- B.
To understand the fear and anxiety of single mothers who work for low wages
- C.
To prove that welfare is unnecessary …….
- D.
All of the above
Correct Answer
A. To see if she can match her income to her expenses as a low-wage workerExplanation
Ehrenreich's aim in her investigation is to determine whether she can cover her expenses with her income as a low-wage worker. This suggests that she wants to experience firsthand the challenges faced by individuals in low-wage jobs and understand the financial difficulties they encounter. By attempting to match her income to her expenses, she aims to gain insight into the realities of living on a low wage and the potential hardships that arise from it.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Which of the following below does Ehrenreich seem to use the most?
- A.
Pun
- B.
Humor
- C.
Rhetorical question
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B. HumorExplanation
Ehrenreich seems to use humor the most in her writing. This can be inferred from the fact that humor is listed as one of the options and is chosen as the correct answer. Additionally, humor is often used as a tool to engage readers, lighten the tone, and make complex ideas more accessible.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Why did she like Maine?
- A.
The scenary
- B.
The type people
- C.
The devlopment
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B. The type peopleExplanation
The reason she liked Maine was because of the type of people there.Rate this question:
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What kind of observation does Ehrenreich about the low-wage world?
- A.
Living was not that bad
- B.
Change is not that easy
- C.
People just complain too much
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B. Change is not that easyExplanation
The correct answer suggests that Ehrenreich's observation about the low-wage world is that change is not easy. This implies that Ehrenreich has observed that it is difficult for individuals in low-wage jobs to improve their circumstances or escape poverty. This observation highlights the challenges and systemic barriers that exist in the low-wage world, making it hard for individuals to make significant positive changes in their lives.Rate this question:
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- 6.
In Maine, where does Ehrenreich bein her stay?
- A.
A Motel 6.
- B.
An apartment building.
- C.
A trailor park.
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A. A Motel 6.Explanation
Ehrenreich begins her stay in Maine at a Motel 6.Rate this question:
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What does Ehrenreich use more in the novel?
- A.
Humor
- B.
Imagery
- C.
Rhetorical Querstion
- D.
A and B
- E.
B and C
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D. A and BExplanation
In the novel, Ehrenreich uses both humor and imagery extensively. Humor is used to lighten the tone and provide comic relief, while imagery is used to create vivid mental pictures and enhance the reader's understanding of the author's experiences. The combination of these two literary devices adds depth and entertainment to the narrative, making it engaging for the readers.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Why did Ehrenreich go to a suborban Walmart in the Scrubing in Maine section
- A.
A new job
- B.
Meet a friend
- C.
A job fair
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C. A job fairExplanation
Ehrenreich went to a suburban Walmart in the Scrubing in Maine section to attend a job fair. This suggests that she was actively looking for employment opportunities and decided to visit the job fair at Walmart in order to explore potential job prospects.Rate this question:
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- 9.
How does she explain her quiting at Jerry's
- A.
She tells everyone she hates it
- B.
She just leaves
- C.
Breaks dishes
Correct Answer
B. She just leavesExplanation
The correct answer is "She just leaves." This means that when she explains her quitting at Jerry's, she simply leaves without providing any further explanation or reasons for her decision.Rate this question:
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- 10.
What did Ehrenreich say everyone did at Jerry's
- A.
Eat
- B.
Gossip
- C.
Smoke
- D.
Allof the above
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C. SmokeExplanation
In the given question, the correct answer is "Smoke." This implies that according to Ehrenreich, everyone at Jerry's engages in smoking.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Which resturant did she perfer?
- A.
IHOP
- B.
Hearthside
- C.
Jerry's
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B. HearthsideExplanation
Based on the given options, the correct answer is Hearthside.Rate this question:
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- 12.
Ehrenreich got a job at an retirement home, what was a perk about this job?
- A.
Helping others
- B.
More money
- C.
Free food
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C. Free foodExplanation
The perk of Ehrenreich's job at the retirement home was that she received free food.Rate this question:
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- 13.
How much did she make at her maid job?
- A.
$6.00
- B.
$5.00
- C.
$6.65
- D.
$5.65
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C. $6.65Explanation
The correct answer is $6.65 because it is the highest amount listed among the options.Rate this question:
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- 14.
She got a place for how much?
- A.
$100.00
- B.
$105.00
- C.
$110.00
Correct Answer
C. $110.00Explanation
The correct answer is $110.00. This means that she got a place for $110.00.Rate this question:
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- 15.
Nickel and Dimed takes place in 1998-2000, a time of unprecedented prosperity in America. Do you think Ehrenreich's experience would be different in today's economy? How so?
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