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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. What does the headmaster tell Martin when Martin goes back to thank him for his help?

2. When Martin gets to the school of his choice, what do other students nickname him?

3. After Caitlin and Damon fight about her study habits, what grade does Caitlin receive on her psychology test?

4. What job does Martin do at Victoria Falls?

5. What is Martin's favorite drink?

Short Essay Questions

1. What do Alois and Sekai do to help Martin get into Marist Brothers School?

2. What effect do the attacks of 9-11 have on Caitlin and her family?

3. How does the use of the computer in Mr. Muzawazi's office change Martin's correspondence with Caitlin?

4. What does Caitlin's family do to welcome Martin to America?

5. What is it about Damon that Caitlin find attractive?

6. Why is Richie not successful at college?

7. How does Martin's first attempt at the SATs affect his scholarship chances?

8. What do Caitlin and Damon argue about?

9. Why does Martin choose to leave his teaching position at Chigodora?

10. How does the box with monsoon supplies sent by Caitlin help Martin's family?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Martin's father is a complex character. Analyze the relationship between father and son shown in the book.

Essay Topic 2

Caitlin describes herself as an average student. Explore the reasons for Caitlin's increased motivation and eventual success in becoming a nurse.

Essay Topic 3

Poverty and its impact on people is one of the themes of the book. Analyze how Martin's family is affected by poverty.

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