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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 is Caitlin mad at Wallace's roommate?

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

3. What does the student who reminds Martin of himself say before Martin leaves?

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

5. How does Martin get his passport processed quickly?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. What do Caitlin and Damon argue about?

3. What is wrong with Martin's mother when he goes home at semester break?

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

5. What happens to enable Martin to stay at Marist Brother's School? (Chapter 34)

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

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

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

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

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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

Essay Topic 2

Analyze the behaviors of Martin's mother and how her actions affect Martin's life.

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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