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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. What does J bring Alexandra from the Steak 'n Shake?
(a) A roasted chicken.
(b) A fish sandwich.
(c) A container of onion rings.
(d) A burger.

2. What does Alexandra's seventh grade history teacher say about Chinese people that is racist?
(a) They name their children by throwing pots and pans down the stairs.
(b) They are known for being cheap labor.
(c) They have ugly skin.
(d) They can not see as well as white people.

3. What kitchen items have inspirational sayings on them that Alexandra uses?
(a) Spoons.
(b) Tea bags.
(c) Stickers on bread.
(d) Bottle caps.

4. Who writes of his successful marriage to a white woman in January 1937?
(a) Pardee Lowe.
(b) James Baldwin.
(c) Bob Henderson.
(d) Mark Lavelle.

5. Who is the wealthy Chinese woman Alexandra's mother wants her to emulate married to?
(a) Reis Thibault.
(b) Alan Hindelton.
(c) Rupert Murdoch.
(d) Mark Zuckerberg.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Alexandra's father do that causes her alarm in Part IV?

2. What is the main feature of the weather in Ithaca when Alexandra and J arrive?

3. What does a boy in Alexandra's high school ask her that is racist and inappropriate?

4. Where does Alexandra tell Jasmine she is thinking of taking a trip to soon?

5. Where does Alexandra get a new job in Part III?

Short Essay Questions

1. What offer does Tim make to Alexandra in Part III?

2. What holiday is celebrated in Ithaca that was not really celebrated in San Franciso?

3. What happens after Alexandra gets a dog in Ithaca, related to how people treat her?

4. How does Alexandra feel about Rob?

5. What is Alexandra's first impression of Ithaca like?

6. How do J's parents treat J and Alexandra?

7. Why does J stop playing chess with Alexandra in Part III?

8. Why is Alexandra so fascinated by Yamei Kin?

9. What kind of research does Alexandra start doing in Part III?

10. What new job does Alexandra get in Part III?

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