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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2: "Clues" - Chapters 11-17.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When the book begins, what grade is Caitlin in?
(a) Sixth grade.
(b) Seventh grade.
(c) Eighth grade.
(d) Ninth grade.

2. Why does Caitlin stop playing with her kindergarten friend, Marlena?
(a) Caitlin slapped Marlena's face.
(b) Caitlin stepped on Marlena's foot.
(c) Cailin messed up Marlena's hair.
(d) Caitlin elbowed Marlena's nose.

3. What kind of work does Martin do at the market to earn money?
(a) He plucks chickens for a butcher.
(b) He makes rope bracelets and sells them.
(c) He carries luggage and washed cars.
(d) He catches monkeys and sells them.

4. What does Martin's name mean in his native language?
(a) Be Well.
(b) Good-Bye.
(c) Thank You.
(d) Not Enough.

5. What does "murungu" mean?
(a) A Shona word for people with white skin.
(b) A Shona word for electricity used during the night.
(c) A Shona word for a party with lots of food.
(d) A Shona word for students who cannot pay school fees.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Martin say Caitlin is wearing on her teeth?

2. What is Caitlin's first rabbit named?

3. Who does Martin say that everyone in Zimbabwe considers a god?

4. What is "hot-sitting"?

5. What item do Caitlin and Lauren fight about in December of 1998? (Chapter 11)

(see the answer key)

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