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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. Which of the following oceans does Shayla perceive between her and Julia?
(a) Indian.
(b) Atlantic.
(c) Pacific.
(d) Southern.

2. With which of the following does Chapter 54: "Down" begin?
(a) “The next day I bring Isabella and Julia an armband.”
(b) “I’m hustling to English.”
(c) “When I see Tyler in shop, I shove the armband I made for Julia into his sweaty hand.”
(d) “There’s a knock on my door.”

3. Of what does Shayla note Principal Trask’s breath smells?
(a) Candy corn.
(b) Circus peanuts.
(c) Black licorice.
(d) Whiskey.

4. After which period does Tyler ask Shayla about their romantic prospects?
(a) Third.
(b) First.
(c) Second.
(d) Fourth.

5. With which of the following does Chapter 43: "Blocks" begin?
(a) “I’m on my way to fifth period.”
(b) “For some track events you use blocks.”
(c) “She doesn’t.”
(d) “The next day, when I go outside for break, I’m looking for Isabella.”

Short Answer Questions

1. At which school is the protest to which Hana invites Shayla?

2. With which of the following does Chapter 41: "Later" begin?

3. With which of the following does Chapter 62: "Take a Stand" begin?

4. Which of the following teachers keeps Shayla after class?

5. Which of the following does Shayla order at the mall?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is Mr. Powell’s warning to Shayla?

2. What concern does Hana cite in making her choice of college to attend?

3. How does Shayla describe the starting position enforced by using blocks on the track?

4. What is Shayla’s mother’s rule about dinner?

5. To what does Shayla ascribe the prevalence of armbands at her school?

6. What reasons does Shayla note for wanting a closer friendship with Yolanda?

7. How does Shayla’s track team commemorate its victory?

8. How does the novel define “dog-piling” (248)?

9. What comment prompts Shayla to violence?

10. Why, per Hana, do those in power quash protests?

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