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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. In Zimbabwe, if you have food, what are you expected to do?

2. What is the native language of Martin's family?

3. What cassette tape does Caitlin send in theChristmas box?

4. What is "Chisamba Singles"?

5. 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?

Short Essay Questions

1. At the beginning of the book, Chapter One, what kind of student does Caitlin say she is?

2. Why are Caitlin's parents initially hesitant about helping Martin?

3. What impact does seeing the BBC News special report on Zimbabwe have on Caitlin?

4. What surprised Caitlin about the picture of his family that Martin sent? (Chapter 31)

5. How does Caitlin's gift of $20 affect Martin's family?

6. How do Martin's letters to Caitlin change after Caitlin sends him money? (Chapter 17).

7. What does Richie do to antagonize his little sister?

8. What assumptions does Caitlin make about Martin?

9. How does Martin feel about Caitlin sending toothbrushes?

10. Where does Cailin go on her first trip abroad?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Compare and contrast the settings of Caitlin's home and Martin's home. How are they the same? How are they different?

Essay Topic 2

Caitlin gives details about her high school boyfriend, Damon. Analyze how and why his inclusion improves the storyline.

Essay Topic 3

Explore how the relationship between Martin and Anne develops over the course of the book.

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