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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 11-15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What do Amina and Soojin do as soon as Soonjin's grandfather enters the room?
(a) They greet him in Urdu.
(b) They give him a hug.
(c) They bow to him.
(d) They leave the room.

2. Why have some parents from the Islamic Center refused to participate in trick-or-treating?
(a) They are cutting out sugar from their diets.
(b) They associate the practice with begging.
(c) They associate it with devil worship.
(d) They say their children are not safe.

3. How is Ms. Barton dressed when she introduces the new project Amina's class will be working on?
(a) She is wearing the traditional clothing of a pioneer woman.
(b) She is wearing a t-shirt with the school mascot.
(c) She is wearing overalls and a flannel shirt.
(d) She is wearing an orange jacket like hunters wear.

4. What is hanging over Soojin's bed?
(a) Posters of actors and singers.
(b) Framed Korean letters of Soonjin's name.
(c) Cases filled with books.
(d) Pictures of Soojin in dance competitions.

5. What is in the extra refrigerator in Soojin's kitchen?
(a) Frozen pizzas, burritos, and sandwiches.
(b) Drinks, including wine.
(c) Fermenting vegetables.
(d) Stacks of meals for the family.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Mama object when Mustafa uses the word "guys" to greet them?

2. What has Amina agreed to do during her class's musical performance?

3. What does Soojin say about Emily's efforts at being friends?

4. What does Amina compare herself to as she listens to Emily and Soojin talking?

5. What is the chore Mama assigns Baba to prepare for Thaya Jaan's visit?

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