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The Misadventures of an Awkward Black Girl
By JACOB BUSA
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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
What type of book is
The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl
?
A science-fiction story
A fantasy novel
A legal thriller
A humorous memoir
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
What is an “ABG Guide” in the book?
A list of dance moves
A fashion tutorial
A glossary of slang
A humorous tip section
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
In “Leading Lady,” Issa writes about her investment in which field?
Financial planning
Sports journalism
Academic field research
Film and television representation
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
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
Which chapter reflects on Rae’s relationship with her father?
“Dating Lessons and Summer Lust”
“Public Graze”
“African Dad”
“Half-African”
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