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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 3, The War, Chapters 1-4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is one of the main issues that the Boyce family faces?
(a) Racism.
(b) Floods.
(c) Hunger.
(d) Fire.

2. How does Deighton's mistress treat him?
(a) She does not judge him.
(b) She wants to marry him.
(c) She calls him names.
(d) She wants his money.

3. How much does the Boyce family get from the sale of their land?
(a) $90,000.
(b) $900.
(c) $9,000.
(d) $900,000.

4. In Book 3, what news do Silla's friends inform her about that triggers her anger?
(a) That her husband has a mistress.
(b) That other islanders are buying houses.
(c) That the food that she cooks is not tasty.
(d) That Selina is now a woman.

5. What is the Barbados island religion called?
(a) Jainism.
(b) Voodoo.
(c) Obeah.
(d) Santaria.

Short Answer Questions

1. What sets Miss Mary apart from the other tenants?

2. Which of the following is one of the reasons that Maritze is bitter?

3. What does Miss Thompson do for a living?

4. Who finally listens to Selina's worries about Silla's plan to sell Deighton's land?

5. What does Selina daydream about when her parents fight?

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