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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 6: "American Dream," Chapters 49-56.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Martin resign from his teaching position?
(a) Because he does not have enough supplies.
(b) Because he cannot deal with the poverty of the village.
(c) Because the government is not paying him.
(d) Because he does not think he's doing any good.

2. What does Caitlin first send to Martin that he thinks is rare and expensive?
(a) A book by an African poet.
(b) A CD of a music group.
(c) A painting by an American artist.
(d) A photograph of herself.

3. Where does Caitlin's family take Wallace for dinner?
(a) Sizzler Steakhouse.
(b) McDonalds.
(c) Hard Rock Cafe.
(d) Applebees.

4. How do Martin and Nation transport their mother to the hospital when she is ill?
(a) They support her on both sides and walk her there.
(b) They put her in a wheelbarrow and walk her there.
(c) They put her on a ladder and pull her there.
(d) They call a taxi and drive there.

5. What is "Chisamba Singles"?
(a) A kind of African cheese for impoverished people.
(b) A dating service designed for teenagers.
(c) A housing development built for men.
(d) A club for dancing and drinking for college students.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Martin returns from his winter break in Harare, what does he discover?

2. Who is Caitlin's first serious boyfriend?

3. What does Martin tell Caitlin about monkeys?

4. What job does Caitlin perform during the summer after her seventh grade year?

5. What illness does Damon's father have?

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