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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Besides rollerblading, what other activity do Eileen, Simone, Josh, Adam, and Amal do together at St. Kilda beach in Chapter 24?
(a) They get milkshakes.
(b) They got to a movie.
(c) They ride a rollercoaster.
(d) They swim in the ocean.

2. How old does Aunt Mandy claim to be when the family celebrates her birthday in Chapter 21?
(a) 37.
(b) 43.
(c) 51.
(d) 39.

3. Who uses text messages to continually warn Amal to be clear with Adam about her boundaries and expectations?
(a) Samantha.
(b) Eileen.
(c) Jamila.
(d) Leila.

4. With which two characters is Amal teamed up for the final round of debates?
(a) Adam and Eileen.
(b) Josh and Adam.
(c) Simone and Eileen.
(d) Leila and Josh.

5. Which of Amal's guests in Chapter 16 is required by her mother to return home after dinner, making her miss the sleepover aspect of the party?
(a) Leila.
(b) Eileen.
(c) Yasmeen.
(d) Simone.

6. To what transgression does Simone admit in Chapter 27 while talking to Amal?
(a) Smoking.
(b) Having sex.
(c) Trying marijuana.
(d) Drinking alcohol.

7. What type of fruit do Amal and Jamila put inside the biscuits that they bake for Mrs. Vaselli in Chapter 23?
(a) Apricots.
(b) Peaches.
(c) Pears.
(d) Dates.

8. In the last sentence of Chapter 17, Amal notes that "Sometimes one act of kindness is all it takes to give you" what "again" (161)?
(a) Forgiveness.
(b) Love.
(c) Hope.
(d) Faith.

9. On what night of the week does Amal watch a movie at Leila's house in Chapter 22?
(a) Thursday.
(b) Monday.
(c) Friday.
(d) Saturday.

10. Which two methods of communication do Adam and Amal use to talk to one another over midterm break?
(a) Phone calls and MSN chat sessions.
(b) Phone calls and notes.
(c) Text messages and telegrams.
(d) Phone calls and text messages.

11. Amal and Leila plan a surprise birthday dinner for which of Leila's birthdays in Chapter 31?
(a) Her 16th.
(b) Her 15th.
(c) Her 17th.
(d) Her 18th.

12. Who is chosen to place the call to Gulchin in order to get permission for Leila to attend her own birthday dinner?
(a) Mrs. Vaselli.
(b) Yasmeen.
(c) Eileen.
(d) Amal.

13. For what reason does Amal visit Mr. Pearse in his office in Chapter 26?
(a) To get help with an assignment.
(b) To give him a present.
(c) To ask about her grade.
(d) To ask for a letter of recommendation.

14. About what topic or topics does Amal lie when she is having a discussion about going to a birthday party?
(a) Parent supervision.
(b) Parent supervision and drugs.
(c) Alcohol.
(d) Alcohol and male guests.

15. What expression of mirth do Amal and Mrs. Vaselli share together, as depicted in the final line of Chapter 32?
(a) A grin.
(b) A guffaw"
(c) A laugh.
(d) A smile.

Short Answer Questions

1. What act does Amal take to show the elderly woman her appreciation for her actions on the bus?

2. How much time passes between Chapter 23 and Chapter 24?

3. With which character does Amal speak on the phone the evening after her talk with Mr. Pearse in Chapter 26?

4. How many weeks does Amal say Adam's "sulk/macho act" (275) has gone on when she slips him a silly note in class?

5. In what type of a bus is Amal riding when she is harassed by the bus driver in Chapter 17?

(see the answer keys)

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