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

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following adjectives best describes Mrs. Fabiyi's dress on the day of the pageant?

2. How does the pageant audience react to Samona's African dress?

3. Which of the following best describes the preacher at the Gemini family's church?

4. How does Papi describe their household after the wake?

5. Who is Reggie?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Mrs. Gemini has a very unique way of parenting her children. First, describe Mrs. Gemini's character as she was described in the novel. Then, give one example of a time Mrs. Gemini made a poor decision within her household. How did this decision affect her children? What seems more important to Mrs. Gemini, her artwork or her children? How can you tell?

Essay Topic 2

Throughout the course of the novel, all three Michelin males - Papi, Jean-Claude, and Seth - jockey to control the members of their family. First, describe each of these three characters' management style. Then, explain the conflict that arises when three members of the family attempt to control the rest. What lesson about control does Seth learn during this fight for power?

Essay Topic 3

Seth and Samoan frequently found themselves getting into trouble when they played together. Choose one moment of mischief, and explain what happened during this event. Then, describe the repercussions the children received as a result of their mischief. How did this mischief affect the friendship between these two unlikely best friends?

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