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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. Who is Tengo?

2. Whom does Frikkie's cousin order to clean up the mess on the floor at the party?

3. Why are Tengo's parents reluctant to let him go to school?

4. What animal has Tengo crafted out of clay?

5. What is a kraal?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is inside the large box that arrives for Tengo?

2. How do the oubaas twist the story of the Great Trek told to Frikkie and Tengo?

3. What are some of the things that Tengo learns about city life for black people from Joseph?

4. Who is Frikkie?

5. How are the differences between blacks and whites exhibited in the characters of Frikkie and Tengo?

6. Who is Joseph?

7. How easily does Tengo pick up the skill of reading?

8. What do Dr. and Mrs. Miller agree to give to Tengo for his education?

9. Why is Frikkie given so much respect on his uncle's farm?

10. In what story does Tengo see that the white man has twisted history to suit his own needs?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Compare and contrast one of Gordon's characters to someone you know in your life. Which qualities do they share? What makes them so alike? Do you like the characteristics of the two? Do they have any qualities you would like to emulate? Do you respect them? How do they differ? Explain.

Essay Topic 2

What is the significance of the book's title? What are some other possible titles for the book? List at least five and cite your reasons for each.

Essay Topic 3

Create a character study of Frikkie. What are his physical characteristics? What are his motivations? What are his fears? What are his dreams? What else can you say about Frikkie?

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