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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 animal does Reshmina see in "Moving Forward"?

2. How old was Reshmina when her sister Hila was killed?

3. When did terrorists set off a bomb in the parking lot under the building?

4. In "Moving Forward," where would Reshmina be if she had chosen revenge?

5. To what exit do Port Authority and NYPD guide people in "Bugs Bunny and Designer Jeans"?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Reshmina tell Pasoon will happen if he tells the Taliban about the American soldier, and what is Pasoon's response?

2. How do they disguise Taz in "Under the Burqa"?

3. What does Reshmina feel about Pasoon in "Death Calls"?

4. What does Reshmina find in "Son of a Donkey" when she is looking for Pasoon?

5. What discussion do Brandon and Richard have about the lady from the elevator who was burned?

6. What happens as Brandon and Richard are walking through the mall?

7. In "Momardene Afghane," what are Reshmina's thoughts after the cave-in?

8. Who is Anson, and what is he like?

9. What last conversation does Brandon have with his father in "Last Call"?

10. What can Brandon see when he and Richard enter the mezzanine?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Cliffhangers are a literary device that leaves readers wondering what will happen next? How does the author use cliffhangers in the novel? How do cliffhangers create suspense?

Essay Topic 2

A spoiler in literature is an element in a written work that reveals plot elements or content. What are some titles of chapters? How do those titles indicate what will happen in a chapter? Are the chapter titles spoilers?

Essay Topic 3

Reshmina makes a decision to harbor an American soldier. Why is Reshmina’s decision risky? What does her decision communicate about right and wrong?

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