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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 kind of building does Windrider live in after the earthquake?

2. What request do the Tang leaders have after the earthquake?

3. Why does Bright Star visit Miss Whitlaw on his own?

4. Where does Windrider see Miss Whitlaw off after the earthqauke?

5. What breaks the flying machine?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Moon Shadow respond to the bullying he encounters in the new neighborhood?

2. Why do children in the new area taunt Moon Shadow?

3. How is Windrider able to get his wife to America?

4. What allows Windrider to forgive Bright Star?

5. What does Moon Shadow do at the Chinese New Year in the new house?

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

7. What happens while Windrider is stargazing?

8. How does Robin feel about the way Moon Shadow handles his bullying?

9. What secret does Robin share about the bullies?

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What were some of the forms of foreshadowing used in this book, and how did those moments affect the course of the plot?

Essay Topic 2

Diversity was a major theme in this book as many different lifestyles and creatures were involved. How was this theme shown in this book, and why do you think the author felt it was so important?

Essay Topic 3

What was Black Dog addicted to, and how did this addiction affect the people around him?

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