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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. Why does Martin change his mind about becoming a doctor?

2. Which of the following is NOT a topic covered in the Orientation Class for Zimbabwean students going to the United States to study?

3. What helps raise Martin's cache on campus?

4. What activity do Caitlin and her mom organize to raise money for Martin?

5. Instead of graduation at Martin's school, what happens?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. Why would attending Marist Brothers School be good for Martin?

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

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

5. What is the connection between Wallace and Caitlin's family?

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

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

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

9. Why does Caitlin change her career path during her junior year? (Chapter 37)

10. What do Caitlin and Damon argue about?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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

Essay Topic 2

Both Caitlin and Martin have big brothers. Compare and contrast the two older brothers. Discuss their impact on Caitlin and Martin.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the impact that the events of 9/11 had on Caitlin and Martin's relationship. (Chapters 37 and 38). How did it affect them?

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