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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what newspaper section does Obasan wrap her fragile belongings before the move from Slocan?

2. What does Naomi overhear Obasan doing when Aunt Emily tells her that she thinks it's time to tell the children the truth?

3. How far away way is Grandmother Nakane's internment camp from Slocan?

4. What instrument does Stephen begin to play when he hears that the war is over?

5. Where does Stephen attend college?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

There are many epistolary, or written, elements to the novel. Create a list of three elements used throughout the novel as ways of recording history for the family, and describe the ways that these element affected Naomi's relationship with her family's truths.

Essay Topic 2

Naomi cares for many young animals throughout the course of the novel. Briefly describe two of the caretaking roles that Naomi took on growing up and explain how caretaking provided an outlet for Naomi's grief.

Essay Topic 3

Naomi has a very strenuous relationship with her mother throughout the course of the novel. Create a timeline of Naomi's life in regards to her relationship with her mother. At what times did Naomi feel closest to her mother? At what times did she seem furthest away? What triggers were in place to prompt the changes that Naomi felt toward her mother?

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