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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Martin gets to the school of his choice, what do other students nickname him?
(a) The Rafter-wearer.
(b) The Mutare man.
(c) The over-achiever.
(d) The bean-eater.

2. When Martin gets to the school of his choice, he is told that he cannot register because...why?
(a) The school is already full.
(b) He is not old enough.
(c) He does not have the economic means.
(d) The school doesn't offer the classes he needs for his degree.

3. Why is Caitlin mad at Wallace's roommate?
(a) Because he keeps his side of his room messy.
(b) Because he does not try to make Wallace feel welcome.
(c) Because he makes fun of Wallace.
(d) Because he eats Wallace's food.

4. What do the water falls at Victoria Falls sound like to Martin?
(a) An army of angels clapping.
(b) A symphony of instruments playing music.
(c) A herd of elephants running.
(d) A choir of schoolboys singing.

5. What school is Richie going to attend on his second attempt at a college education?
(a) Penn State.
(b) Villanova.
(c) Temple.
(d) Gwynedd Mercy.

6. Where does Martin go to pick up the packet sent to help him attain his visa?
(a) The bed and breakfast in Victoria Falls.
(b) Alois and Sekai's House.
(c) The U.S. Embassy in Harare.
(d) The Marist Brothers School.

7. When Martin is working as a teacher, what does he do on the weekends?
(a) He writes dozens of letters to Caitlin.
(b) He travels back to Mutare to see his family.
(c) He reads American novels to prepare for his upcoming trip.
(d) He stays at school and prepares lessons for the next week.

8. What are the results of Martin's O-level exams?
(a) Eight A's and one B+ out of nine tests.
(b) Six A's and 3 B's out of nine tests.
(c) Seven A's and 2 B's out of nine tests.
(d) Nine A's out of nine tests.

9. What celebrities does Caitlin's mom contact for help in bringing Martin to America?
(a) Beyonce, Lady Gaga, and Taylor Swift.
(b) Garth Brooks, Faith Hill, and Tim McGraw.
(c) Oprah, Bill Gates, and Bill Cosby.
(d) Jennifer Lawrence, Chris Pine, Will Smith.

10. When Caitlin has done everything she can to bring Martin to the United States, what is her last effort?
(a) She begs her school to fund Martin's college tuition.
(b) She gives up and sinks into despair.
(c) She writes a letter to The Washington Post asking for help.
(d) She prays that God will help bring Martin to the United States.

11. What is wrong with Martin's mother when they take her to the hospital?
(a) She has cancer.
(b) She has malaria.
(c) She has pneumonia.
(d) She has measles.

12. What illness does Damon's father have?
(a) Multiple Sclerosis.
(b) Liver Failure.
(c) Throat Cancer.
(d) Chronic Heart Disease.

13. What food does Wallace experience for the first time when he goes out to dinner with Caitlin's family?
(a) A slab of ribs.
(b) A hot dog.
(c) A cheeseburger.
(d) A Ribeye steak.

14. What occupation does Martin first plan to pursue?
(a) A writer.
(b) A university professor.
(c) A medical doctor.
(d) A businessman.

15. What is the nickname of the student Martin meets who is wearing cheap sandals like the ones sold at the market near Martin's home?
(a) Hound.
(b) Rabbit.
(c) Monkey.
(d) Bear.

Short Answer Questions

1. What drug does Caitlin discover is effective in treating malaria?

2. How does Martin begin to address Caitlin's parents?

3. What does Anne do to test the friendliness of the college campuses she visits?

4. What happens that improves the speed and frequency of Martin and Caitlin's correspondence?

5. What are the hours at the library of the school Martin wants to attend?

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