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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 7-10, pages 88-130.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. Who is Soheil having a confrontation with, while Layla and Ayesha are talking?
(a) His mother.
(b) The Director.
(c) A guard he knew as a kid.
(d) Another internee.

4. What does Layla say her parents taught her?
(a) To respect authority.
(b) To mind her elders.
(c) Not to cause trouble.
(d) Not to judge people.

5. Why does Layla say Americans accepted talk of a Muslim ban during the presidential campaign?
(a) They thought restrictions could be imposed kindly.
(b) They thought it was just rhetoric.
(c) They needed a scapegoat.
(d) They were angry at Muslims.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What is the motto of camp Mobius?

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

4. How long do Layla and her parents have to pack their things for relocation?

5. How does Layla characterize her experience of entering the camp?

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