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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6, pages 59-87.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does the woman behind Layla say that they can be mistreated?
(a) The country is at war now.
(b) The laws do not apply in the desert.
(c) They are being persecuted for their religion.
(d) They are all related to terrorists.

2. Where do Layla and her parents disembark the train?
(a) Mojave Plains.
(b) In the middle of the desert.
(c) Liberty.
(d) Independence.

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

4. At the beginning of the book, how long ago have all Muslims been fired from their jobs?
(a) 1 month.
(b) 6 months.
(c) 2 weeks.
(d) 3 months.

5. What characteristic summarizes the Director’s appearance in Layla’s eyes?
(a) His beady eyes.
(b) His scaly hands.
(c) His dripping nose.
(d) His blotchy face.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Layla say is remarkable about the Exclusion Guards at the train station?

2. What do the Exclusion Guards confiscate, while Layla and her parents are packing?

3. What is Layla most pained to leave behind?

4. How does the police chief justify his role in Layla’s family’s relocation?

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

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