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Naming a Girl, 'Jack' from Brown Girl Dreaming

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Naming a Girl, 'Jack' from Brown Girl Dreaming

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What reason did the father give for wanting to name his daughter Jack?

He believed it was a common girl's name.

It was a family tradition.

He admired the name from his childhood.

It would ensure she grew up strong. (correct)

How did the mother respond to the idea of naming her daughter Jack?

She laughed at the suggestion.

She agreed with her husband.

She thought it would confuse people. (correct)

She wrote the name down immediately.

What was the mother's final decision regarding the daughter's name?

She agreed to name her Jacqueline. (correct)

She chose the name Jaclyn.

She named her Jack after her husband.

She decided to keep the name Jack after all.

What did the father express about the name Jack's significance?

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What did the father imply by saying 'raise her right' in relation to the name Jack?

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Naming a Girl, "Jack"

The speaker's father wanted to name her "Jack" after himself
The speaker's mother and her aunts objected to the name
The speaker's mother explained that the name "Jack" is typically associated with boys
The speaker's father reasoned that naming his daughter "Jack" would make her strong and unique
He suggested that she would grow up to do great things
The speaker's mother was concerned that people would question their decision to name their daughter "Jack"
The speaker's mother renamed her "Jacqueline", just in case she wanted to be called something more feminine when she grew up
The speaker's father left the hospital angered by this decision
This excerpt is from "Brown Girl Dreaming" by Jacqueline Woodson.

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This quiz explores the themes surrounding the name 'Jack' in Jacqueline Woodson's 'Brown Girl Dreaming'. It delves into the dynamics between the speaker's parents regarding gender and identity, highlighting the tension between tradition and individuality. Reflect on the implications of naming and the societal expectations tied to gender.