1. Why is Callie given the position of goalie on the field hockey team at her school?
(a) She is uncoordinated so the coach gave her a position where she would not need to move much.
(b) She is agile on her feet and able to block shots made on the goal.
(c) She is the last student to sign up for the team and goalie is the only position left open.
(d) The goalie equipment fits her better than the other girls.

2. Who is Lefty and Desdemona's sponsor for entry into America?
(a) Their friend, Dr. Philobosian.
(b) Captain Kontoulis.
(c) Their cousin, Sourmelina.
(d) They do not need a sponsor to enter the U.S.

3. What is political and social climate of Detroit in this chapter?
(a) There is racial conflict between black and whites.
(b) The federal government has taken over control of the city.
(c) Poor economics have forced several local businesses to close.
(d) There is racial harmony between blacks and whites.

4. What does Desdemona vow to never do again after Milton's birth?
(a) Have another child.
(b) Care for Sourmelina's baby, Theodora.
(c) Predict the sex of an unborn child using her silver spoon.
(d) Tell anyone that she and Lefty are brother and sister.

5. What is the source of Dr. Philobosian's sadness?
(a) The other passengers are cruel to Dr. Philobosian because he is Armenian.
(b) His family was killed by the Turks.
(c) He has no where to go when he reaches America.
(d) He had to leave his family behind in Turkey.