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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Martin study by the light of a fire?
(a) Electricity is rationed.
(b) Flashlights are too bright.
(c) Firelight is good for his eyes.
(d) Hie bedroom light is broken.

2. Who does Martin say that everyone in Zimbabwe considers a god?
(a) Shaquille O'Neal.
(b) Hulk Hogan.
(c) Bono.
(d) Ricky Martin.

3. What is the name of the poor girl in Caitlin's English class that Caitlin decides not to judge or be mean to?
(a) Lauren.
(b) Amanda.
(c) Julie.
(d) Heather.

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

5. What is the native language of Martin's family?
(a) Zimbabwea.
(b) Mutaran.
(c) Shona.
(d) Mozambique.

6. What does Martin say Caitlin is wearing on her teeth?
(a) Gold.
(b) Jewelry.
(c) Glitter.
(d) Artwork.

7. How many people are assigned to a hospital bed in Mutare?
(a) 3 people per bed.
(b) 1 person per bed.
(c) 5 people per bed.
(d) 10 people per bed.

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

9. What is the name of the foreign exchange student that comes to stay with Caitlin's family?
(a) Stella.
(b) Stormy.
(c) Stephie.
(d) Stacie.

10. What government office is on strike in Zimbabwe?
(a) The Sanitation Department.
(b) The Police Department.
(c) The Post Office.
(d) The Welfare Office.

11. How do Martin and his mother get to the bank after they received Caitlin's gift of money in May of 1999? (Chapter 16)
(a) They walk.
(b) They take the bus.
(c) They call a taxi.
(d) They take their canoe.

12. What does Martin tell Caitlin about monkeys?
(a) Monkeys are really nasty.
(b) Monkeys make great pets.
(c) Monkeys are rare in Mutare.
(d) Monkeys are red in color.

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

14. What gift does Martin send to Caitlin in Chapter 9?
(a) A pair of hand-carved earrings.
(b) A photograph of him in a picture frame.
(c) A box of stationery.
(d) A "Zim" dollar.

15. What work does Martin do to earn money for postage?
(a) He deliveries groceries to his neighborhood.
(b) He carries luggage at the central bus station.
(c) He makes sandwiches and sells them at the school.
(d) He helps build stalls at the market.

Short Answer Questions

1. What question does Lauren ask that upsets Caitlin?

2. What is Caitlin's favorite class during her Sophomore year?

3. In the seventh grade, what sport does Caitlin sign up to play?

4. What gift does Martin's father's boss give to Martin's father to bring home for Martin?

5. What do Caitlin and her mom use instead of packing peanuts in Martin's Christmas box?

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