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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. 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.

3. What does Martin do with the first dollar bill that Caitlin sent to him?
(a) He uses it to buy a new Nike shirt.
(b) He gives it to his mother to buy groceries with.
(c) He hides it in the oil can stove.
(d) He puts it behind Caitlin's picture and saves it for his trip to America.

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

5. When Martin's family cannot pay for his tuition for Marist Brothers, and Alois can only pay the deposit, what does Martin decide to do?
(a) Martin decides to write directly to Caitlin's parents and ask them for help.
(b) Martin steals four chickens and sells them to neighbors.
(c) Martin sells his family's television set.
(d) Martin takes a third job cleaning the stalls at the market.

6. What is Caitlin's first rabbit named?
(a) Louis.
(b) Luke.
(c) Lyle.
(d) Lionel.

7. What happens to Caitlin because of her rapid growth spurt?
(a) The corners of her growth plates break off.
(b) She cannot find shoes to fit.
(c) She grows to over six feet tall.
(d) Her skin stretches and leaves visible marks.

8. What name does Caitlin give to her new bunny?
(a) Hoppy.
(b) Floppy.
(c) Lois.
(d) Luella.

9. What procedure does Caitlin have done after Christmas?
(a) Ingrown toenails removed.
(b) Teeth polished.
(c) Bunions removed.
(d) Wisdom teeth pulled.

10. Who is Martin's older brother?
(a) George.
(b) Alois.
(c) Simba.
(d) Nation.

11. What does Martin say is a popular snack in Zimbabwe?
(a) Roasted mice.
(b) Poached guinea eggs.
(c) Toasted ricecakes.
(d) Baked yams.

12. Why does RIchie move back home?
(a) Because he is ill and needs medical attention.
(b) Because he partied at school instead of attending classes.
(c) Because his roommate is mean and dirty.
(d) Because he cannot afford tuition.

13. Why is Martin expelled from school in January of 1999?
(a) He has missed too many days.
(b) He is not able to pay the school fees.
(c) He has started bullying other students.
(d) His has failed his exams.

14. What gift does Caitlin receive the Christmas before she turns 16?
(a) A bicycle.
(b) A computer.
(c) A stereo.
(d) A car.

15. What food is the staple of Martin's diet?
(a) Sadza.
(b) Bread.
(c) Steak.
(d) Chicken.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Caitlin's mother knows Zimbabwe by another name. What is that name?

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

4. When Anne is finally able to talk to Martin's headmaster, how much money does she discover it will take to keep Martin and his siblings in school?

5. When Martin does not have any paper for his letter to Caitlin, what does he use to write on?

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