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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 4-5, pages 34-58.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why did Layla leave school?
(a) She graduated.
(b) She was banned as a Muslim.
(c) She was caught stealing.
(d) She was disciplined for kissing David.

2. What quote does Layla's father invoke from John Adams?
(a) That people are meant to govern themselves.
(b) That revolution is necessary every 20 years.
(c) That every democracy commits suicide.
(d) That he wishes he had more lives to give for his family.

3. What is Layla most pained to leave behind?
(a) Her books.
(b) Her Nanni’s quilt.
(c) Her stuffed animals.
(d) Her letters from David.

4. What is David’s relationship with Layla?
(a) Classmate.
(b) Boyfriend.
(c) Cousin.
(d) Brother.

5. What is a “desi”?
(a) An Indian-American.
(b) A dark-skinned American.
(c) A Muslim American.
(d) A North African American.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is David’s father’s religion?

2. What is Layla trying to avoid as she tries not to draw attention to herself as she goes to David’s house?

3. What distinguishing mark does the guard have, who intervenes to get Layla out of trouble on the train?

4. What does Layla worry about as she and her parents leave the house?

5. What do Layla's parents say will happen if they speak up against the restrictions?

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