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What does Bailey construct in the yard?
a tent
Who does Bailey lose his virginity to?
Joyce
What does Momma urge Mr. Taylor to be thankful for?
What significant event do black families in Stamps consider great?
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Maya feels content during the white speaker’s speech at the graduation.
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Who does Maya's mom take her to see for her toothache?
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Study Notes
Chapter 21
- Bailey builds a tent in the yard where imaginative play unfolds, with roles assigned as father, mother, and baby.
- Bailey's first romantic encounter occurs with Joyce, an older girl, leading to a loss of his virginity at a young age.
- As a result of his infatuation, Bailey begins stealing from the Store to impress Joyce, highlighting youthful devotion.
- Joyce mysteriously disappears after some months, leaving Bailey heartbroken.
- Maya, who had a negative view of Joyce, feels sympathetic towards Bailey’s sadness and attempts to discuss Joyce, but Bailey dismisses her remarks.
Chapter 22
- George Taylor, a grieving townsman, visits the Store, mourning the loss of his wife, Florida.
- Momma comforts Mr. Taylor, encouraging him to cherish the forty years spent with Florida, pointing out the absence of children as a lamentable aspect.
Chapter 23
- Maya reflects on the significance of eighth-grade graduation in Stamps, viewed as a major milestone for black families.
- At the graduation ceremony, she experiences discomfort due to the speech delivered by white speaker Mr. Edward Donleavy.
- Donleavy praises improvements in local schools, particularly for white students who have gained new lab equipment.
- Maya feels insulted as he implies that the only achievements of black students lie in sports rather than academics, undermining their educational progress.
Chapter 24
- Maya suffers from a toothache but faces a challenge in accessing dental care as the nearest black dentist is 25 miles away.
- Momma takes Maya to Dr. Lincoln, the local white dentist, who outright refuses to treat her due to her race.
- Momma reminds Dr. Lincoln of a loan she extended to him, seeking to leverage this for assistance, but he denies any obligation and offers no help for Maya's dental issue.
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This quiz focuses on the key events and themes from Chapters 21 to 24 of 'I Know Why The Caged Bird Sings'. Flashcards include significant character developments, including Bailey's relationship with Joyce and its impact on him. Test your understanding of Maya's observation and growth during these pivotal moments.
