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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the flying machine called?

2. What does Moon Shadow always do right after waking?

3. What job does Moon Shadow take after the earthquake?

4. What is Bright Star's most valued possession?

5. How does Moon Shadow use his knowledge of the lead bully to his advantage?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Windrider convince Bright Star to leave the Company after the earthquake?

2. What does the military do with the Tangs after the earthquake?

3. How does Moon Shadow try to help his father with his dream of building a flying machine?

4. What happens just before Windrider is able to fly his flying machine?

5. What secret does Robin share about the bullies?

6. What is the first thing Windrider does after the earthquake hits?

7. How is Windrider supported as he tries out his flying machine for the first time?

8. How does Bright Star feel about Windrider's decision after the earthqauke?

9. What favor does Lefty ask of Windrider after the earthquake?

10. Who goes on a picnic with Windrider, and what do they do?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

How did Moon Shadow become friends with Robin, and why was this so surprising for this time in history?

Essay Topic 2

Hypocrisy was an attribute that was highlighted in this book. Where did hypocrisy appear, and how did the inclusion of this attribute affect Jamal throughout the book?

Essay Topic 3

Gangs were a very prevalent theme in this book. How did this theme affect the main characters?

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