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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 14: Class President.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How old was Little Sister the last time she saw Niang?
(a) One year old.
(b) Four months old.
(c) Three months old.
(d) Six months old.

2. Why are the siblings mad about their new gift?
(a) They complain there is obvious inequality shown between the children.
(b) They cannot actually have the gifts until Father sees their report cards.
(c) They wanted more.
(d) They didn't want anything from Niang.

3. Which family member does Adeline share a room with?
(a) Third Brother.
(b) Aunt Baba.
(c) Big Sister.
(d) Little Sister.

4. Which of these adjectives does NOT describe Big Sister and Adeline's haircuts?
(a) Short.
(b) Long.
(c) Old-fashioned.
(d) Straight.

5. Why is Adeline considered bad luck by her family?
(a) Because she is a girl.
(b) Because she is the youngest child of the family.
(c) Because her Mama died giving birth to her and would still be alive otherwise.
(d) Because she was born with a mark on her back.

Short Answer Questions

1. When do Niang's plans for Big Sister come to light?

2. Where do Adeline and her family live at the start of the novel?

3. How does Adeline feel after winning the class presidency?

4. Why is Third Brother not traveling with them?

5. In addition to being president, what else will the winner be?

(see the answer key)

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