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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the big event Soojin says will happen on October 20th?
(a) Her family will become citizens.
(b) Her mother has agreed that Soojin can have a sleepover.
(c) Her family will be hosting a dinner for Soojin's birthday.
(d) Her father will be returning home from his military assignment.

2. What does Emily say about Bradley?
(a) That he is weird.
(b) That he will help them finish their social studies project.
(c) That he misses too much school to be an asset.
(d) That she has a crush on him.

3. What does Baba say Thaya Jaan can do to help Amina and Mustafa during his visit?
(a) Practice reading in Urdu.
(b) Expand their appreciation for traditional foods.
(c) Prepare for the Quran recitation competition.
(d) Learn more about their ancestry.

4. What is Amina's favorite television show?
(a) Sabrina.
(b) The Bachelor.
(c) Toddlers and Tiaras.
(d) The Voice.

5. What is the first argument Amina's group has when they are working on their social studies project?
(a) Whether sugar is a necessity.
(b) Which route will take the least amount of time.
(c) How much to spend on blankets.
(d) Whether to buy oxen or horses.

6. What is the first thing Amina thinks as Thaya Jaan begins to lead the family in prayer time?
(a) That she is going to have trouble staying awake.
(b) That his pronunciation is no better than her own.
(c) That she got her musical talent from him.
(d) That he can surely help her win the upcoming competition.

7. What is the excuse Baba gives to explain why Amina and Mustafa are not fluent in Urdu?
(a) There is no one to teach them.
(b) The family is setting aside the traditional language in favor of English.
(c) The children have too much studying to do.
(d) They are focusing on Arabic.

8. What is Baba's response anytime Amina worries about being embarrassed in front of other people?
(a) That she should not care what other people think.
(b) That she should never apologize for being shy.
(c) That she should be certain she is conducting herself correctly.
(d) That she is beautiful and talented.

9. What does Amina like to do when they are out of school for snow?
(a) Ski with Mama.
(b) Have snowball fights with Rabiya.
(c) Sled with Soojin.
(d) Stay inside and watch television with Baba.

10. What is the gift Amina bought for Soojin that Soojin always wears?
(a) A treasure-chest pendant.
(b) A charm bracelet with Soojin's initials.
(c) A necklace with the words "best friends."
(d) A pin with a picture of the two girls.

11. What is Mama doing when Amina enters the mosque?
(a) Reading the Quran with some friends.
(b) Taking care of some of the younger children.
(c) Preparing food for the afternoon meal.
(d) Giving Mustafa a lecture about his clothing.

12. Which of the following was among the gifts Amina receives from her cousins?
(a) A stuffed animal and a watch.
(b) A book and a set of pencils.
(c) Bangles and a jewelry box.
(d) Candy and a necklace.

13. Who does Ms. Barton assign to be the fourth member of Amina and Soojin's group?
(a) Luke.
(b) Bradley.
(c) Emily.
(d) Julie.

14. What does Baba say he expects of Amina and Mustafa while Thaya Jaan visits?
(a) That they speak only in Urdu.
(b) That they act perfectly.
(c) That they wear traditional Muslim clothing all the time.
(d) That they will attend mosque every evening.

15. What are Baba and Mustafa watching on television after Sunday School?
(a) News.
(b) A western movie.
(c) Swimming.
(d) Football.

Short Answer Questions

1. How early does Amina's family arrive at the airport to meet Thaya Jaan?

2. What is the extracurricular activity Mustafa wants to join?

3. What does Baba do that embarrasses Amina during the back-to-school meeting?

4. Why is Amina reading a book about the Oregon Trail?

5. What are the two challenges Bradley throws into their social studies project?

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