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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: "Hallo" - Chapters 3-10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Martin's father work?
(a) The Mutare Market.
(b) The Mutare Paper Mill.
(c) The Mutare Used Clothing Store.
(d) The Mutare Cannery.

2. What does Martin say is a popular snack in Zimbabwe?
(a) Baked yams.
(b) Roasted mice.
(c) Toasted ricecakes.
(d) Poached guinea eggs.

3. What does Caitlin first send to Martin that he thinks is rare and expensive?
(a) A photograph of herself.
(b) A CD of a music group.
(c) A painting by an American artist.
(d) A book by an African poet.

4. Which rock group do Caitlin and Martin both enjoy?
(a) The Beatles.
(b) Mumford and Sons.
(c) Spice Girls.
(d) Alabama Shakes.

5. What gift does Martin send to Caitlin in Chapter 9?
(a) A "Zim" dollar.
(b) A box of stationery.
(c) A pair of hand-carved earrings.
(d) A photograph of him in a picture frame.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is "hot-sitting"?

2. What kind of pets does Caitlin's family have when she first writes to Martin?

3. What government office is on strike in Zimbabwe?

4. What is Chibuku?

5. Why does Caitlin stop playing with her kindergarten friend, Marlena?

(see the answer key)

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