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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. At whose home will Silas's birthday party be held?
(a) At Silas's home.
(b) At Julian's home.
(c) At Mam Agnes' home.
(d) At Kate's home.

2. How many times did Michael think about how he would shoot the gun before he confronted Vinu's father?
(a) Three times.
(b) Repeatedly.
(c) Twice.
(d) Once.

3. How does Lydia hear about Du Boise's death?
(a) On the television.
(b) From Mikey, on the telephone.
(c) On the radio.
(d) In the newspaper.

4. How does Michael respond to Vinu's story of abuse from her father?
(a) He ignores her.
(b) He hugs her.
(c) He shouts at her.
(d) He cries with her.

5. What class does Mikey take with Vinu Viljoen?
(a) Science.
(b) English.
(c) Math.
(d) History.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who takes Michael to the trade store where he attempts to pawn the item stolen from Professor Graham?

2. What nickname has Vinu given to Michael?

3. What does Silas drink until he is drunk at Mam Agnes and Jackson's anniversary party?

4. Which of the following characters is NOT one that Lydia has as a dance partner during the party?

5. In what country did Silas apply to be an ambassador?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Silas feel when he knows that Lydia has left him for good this time?

2. What happens between Lydia and Mikey when Silas leaves the house after a fight with his wife?

3. What happened when Michael witnessed a convoy of cars outside his father's birthday party?

4. How did Ouma Angel die?

5. Why is Lydia called in for a meeting at Mikey's school with Dr. Johnson?

6. What story of abuse does Vinu tell Michael when she meets him at his home?

7. What measures has Lydia taken to ensure that she will be able to escape from her family and relocate in Cape Town?

8. While planning Silas's birthday party, what worries overcome Kate's thoughts at the dinner table?

9. What announcement does Julian make while out for lunch at "The Crucible" with his friends.

10. How does Silas react to Lydia's birthday gift to him?

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