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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. Where did Du Boise work before entering the army?
(a) On a cotton farm.
(b) In a steel mill.
(c) On a fishing boat.
(d) In a diamond mine.

2. At the time that Lydia hears about Du Boise's death, how many people have been arrested under suspicion of the murder?
(a) Three people.
(b) No one.
(c) One person.
(d) Two people.

3. Who kills the British soldier that attacked Hajera?
(a) Hajera.
(b) Ali Ali.
(c) Haroon.
(d) Sadrodien.

4. Why does Dr. Johnson phone Lydia and ask for a meeting?
(a) To discuss Michael's school performance.
(b) To discuss Silas's psychological state.
(c) To discuss the welfare of Du Boise.
(d) To discuss her medical exams.

5. Where does Michael shoot Du Boise, killing him?
(a) In the face.
(b) In the heart.
(c) In the stomach.
(d) In the back.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Silas think Lydia was seeking for when she had the affair with Joao?

2. What is the name of the city where Silas grew up, and where Mikey often visits when he is stressed?

3. Whom does Michael bribe to help him escape South Africa?

4. Which of the following is NOT a physical change Silas's mother endured after meeting Du Boise?

5. In what room of the house did Michael witness his mother having an affair with a younger man?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

3. How did Michael bribe the Imam to help him in his murderous plans?

4. How does Alec behave when he and Silas go out for dinner before Mam Agnes's anniversary party?

5. How did Ouma Angel die?

6. How does Lydia's life change after she returns from the hospital?

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

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

9. How does Michael come into possession of the gun he will use to kill Vinu's father?

10. How did Ali Ali end up living in South Africa?

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