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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Samona define a wake for Seth?

2. Which of the following instruments is Seth learning to play?

3. Where does Mrs. Fabiyi keep her cat?

4. Which of the following is missing from Mrs. Fabiyi's apartment, which confuses the children?

5. Who is Chantal?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Seth save Samona from her stage fright?

2. On the way home from Mrs. Fabiyi's home, what information does Samona divulge to Seth about her plans for the future?

3. What happened when Seth and Samona tried to sell toiletries door-to-door?

4. What does Samona wear on the night of the beauty pageant?

5. Describe Samona's relationship with her mother.

6. Who is Reggie, and why does his relationship with Jean-Claude make Seth nervous?

7. After the news of Matant Margaret's death, where does Seth find his mother and grandmother?

8. How did Samona live up to the reputation she created for herself on the first day of class?

9. What happens when Seth tries to avoid Samona in the neighborhood?

10. What does Nigel Gemini want to do with his life, and how is he working toward that goal?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Gang violence plays a large role in the neighborhood where Seth and Samona grow up. Describe the ways Anthony's life has been altered by gang violence. Then, compare / contrast Anthony's experience with gang violence with Reggie's experience with gang violence. What is the same about their life in gangs? What is different?

Essay Topic 2

The turning point in Seth's relationship with Samona happens during the beauty pageant. First, explain how Seth felt about Samona leading up to the pageant. Then, explain how Seth came to Samona's rescue when she froze on stage during the pageant. Finally, explain how the beauty pageant altered the way Seth viewed his best friend, and how their relationship changed at the end of the novel

Essay Topic 3

Mrs. Fabiyi represents a traditional Africa many of the neighborhood children are unfamiliar with. First, explain how Mrs. Fabiyi's traditions led the neighborhood children to believe she was a witch. Then, explain how Mrs. Fabiyi's traditions helped lead Samona to a deeper understanding of herself and her beauty.

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