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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. In Chapter 29, who does Merci learn did not go to Edna party?

2. In Chapter 22, where does Michael get to go if he gets all As in school this semester?

3. In Chapter 22, who does Edna pair with in social studies class?

4. In Chapter 23, what are Edna and the others talking about when Merci is getting her things for social studies?

5. What goddess is Edna in Chapter 25?

Short Essay Questions

1. In Chapter 17, what does Michael write to Merci in hieroglyphics?

2. What happens when they remove the plaster from Edna?

3. What does Miss McDaniels do when Merci tells her why they want to keep the supplies for the Great Tomb Project in the office?

4. What are the best photos in Abuela and Lolo's room?

5. Why is Merci not allowed to try out for soccer?

6. What chores does Merci have to do in Chapter 16?

7. When Merci works with Lena in Chapter 30, what does she learn about her?

8. What does Merci notice when she and Roli are driving home in Chapter 26?

9. What is the most important job for the Great Tomb Project, and who gets to manage it?

10. Why does Ms. Tannenbaum allow Michael and Merci to work together in Chapter 22?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The novel tells the story of Merci’s sixth-grade experiences. How do the events in the book help Merci mature and grow in the novel? What role does accepting herself and her grandfather’s health problems have to do with her growth?

Essay Topic 2

Analogies are used to compare an unfamiliar object or idea to a familiar one in an attempt to explain the unfamiliar. How does the author use analogies in the book? How do analogies help readers understand unfamiliar ideas or understand events or characters?

Essay Topic 3

Merci’s family does not believe in lying or keeping secrets. What has Merci been taught about lying and keeping secrets? What secret does the family keep from her? Why does she feel betrayed when she learns the family has been keeping a secret from her?

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