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What reason did the father give for wanting to name his daughter Jack?
What reason did the father give for wanting to name his daughter Jack?
How did the mother respond to the idea of naming her daughter Jack?
How did the mother respond to the idea of naming her daughter Jack?
What was the mother's final decision regarding the daughter's name?
What was the mother's final decision regarding the daughter's name?
What did the father express about the name Jack's significance?
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?
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.