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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Ray pays attention to Astrid, what does it make her feel?
(a) Singled out.
(b) Intelligent.
(c) Brave.
(d) Beautiful.

2. What career is suggested to Astrid by her second foster mom?
(a) Writing.
(b) Artist.
(c) A career in the army.
(d) A car mechanic.

3. What does Amelia lock every time she leaves the house?
(a) The garage.
(b) The refrigerator.
(c) The bedroom doors.
(d) Her jewelry box.

4. According to Marvel's neighbor, what kind of girls have an advantage in the world?
(a) Girls that can read.
(b) Beautiful girls.
(c) Brave girls.
(d) Smart girls.

5. Who shoots Astrid twice?
(a) Ray.
(b) Carolee.
(c) A gang member.
(d) Starr.

Short Answer Questions

1. What language does Ingrid speak to the police when they arrest her and she insults them?

2. When does Astrid no longer feel connected to God for the first time?

3. Who does Astrid eat with daily at school while living with Starr?

4. What job did Olivia once have?

5. Which characters are against Astrid's baptism?

Short Essay Questions

1. What causes Astrid's relationship with Olivia to disintegrate?

2. Describe the relationship between Claire and Astrid.

3. Describe the Christmas that Astrid spends with Ed and Marvel.

4. Why does Claire see Ingrid as an inspiration, despite Astrid's warnings?

5. Describe the power of books in Astrid's life.

6. How has Marvel's racism rubbed off on Astrid?

7. How does Ingrid hurt Astrid when Astrid comes to visit her for the first time in eight months?

8. Describe Starr.

9. Describe the relationship between Astrid and Ray.

10. Describe Astrid's third foster home, where she lives with Amelia.

(see the answer keys)

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