Seth and Samona Test | Mid-Book Test - Hard

Joanne Hyppolite
This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 126 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.

Seth and Samona Test | Mid-Book Test - Hard

Joanne Hyppolite
This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 126 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.
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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. What does Grandmother stare at for the duration of the wake?

2. Who tells Seth what to expect at Matant Margaret's death?

3. At what time of day is Matant Margaret's wake held?

4. Which country did Seth's family immigrate to America from?

5. Which of the following is NOT something that happens at a traditional Caribbean wake?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does the exterior of Mrs. Fabiyi's house look like?

2. How does Jean-Claude act directly after his fight with Chantal, which worries his brother?

3. How does Samona react to her placement in the contest results?

4. How is Samona's church different from Seth's church?

5. What interaction did Seth and Samona have with Mrs. Fabiyi on Halloween?

6. When Seth finally locates Jean-Claude, how does his brother react?

7. How do Manmi and Papi react to Chantal's speech about women's rights?

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

9. How does Anthony react to Seth's surprise visit in the church?

10. How did Mrs. Fabiyi greet her two young visitors when they knocked on her door?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The setting of "Seth and Samona' is important to understanding the characters in the novel. First, describe the neighborhood where Seth and Samona grow up. Then, explain the inherent dangers that the children are subjected to here. Finally, explain how these dangers affect the characters of Seth and Samona.

Essay Topic 2

Chantal Michelin is a character who is extremely unsatisfied with her life. Describe the role Chantal is forced to fill within the traditional Haitian household. Then, explain how Chantal attempts to rebel from this role. What is the reaction to her rebellion?

Essay Topic 3

Religion is something that is very important to both the Michelin and the Gemini families, although each family worships differently. First, explain the importance of religion in the Michelin family, and compare / contrast that to the importance in the Gemini family. Then, explain the differences Seth notes in the church services when he attends his own service and the Geminis' service on the same Sunday.

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