The Misadventures of an Awkward Black Girl - JACOB BUSA | Laabri

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How does the book begin?

With Issa Rae confessing to being a “cyber ho” at age eleven

With Issa Rae graduating from college

With Issa Rae proclaiming her natural hair journey

With Issa Rae learning to dance

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What type of book is The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl?

A science-fiction story

A fantasy novel

A legal thriller

A humorous memoir

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Which recurring motif does Issa Rae use throughout the book?

The metaphor of driving

The symbolism of water in her life

The rise of the Internet and its link to her personal growth

The use of letters to her younger self

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What is an “ABG Guide” in the book?

A list of dance moves

A fashion tutorial

A glossary of slang

A humorous tip section

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Which of the following is the theme of the essay “Hair Hierarchy”?

The joys of wearing wigs

The best products for curly hair

The history of hair salons

The evolution towards embracing natural hair

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In “Leading Lady,” Issa writes about her investment in which field?

Financial planning

Sports journalism

Academic field research

Film and television representation

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What does Issa reveal about her dining habits in the essay “FAT”?

She has a love affair with food

She hates eating breakfast

She only eats fast food

She avoids all desserts

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In “The Struggle,” what conflict does Rae explore?

Her conflict over defining her Black identity

Her challenge learning to dance

Her struggle with fashion choices

Her issue with online dating

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Which chapter reflects on Rae’s relationship with her father?

“Dating Lessons and Summer Lust”

“Public Graze”

“African Dad”

“Half-African”

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What overarching message does the book convey about awkwardness?

That it's something to hide and forget

That awkwardness can be empowering

That it's a source of shame

That it's the only way to make friends