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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3: From Our Sister Killjoy.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Sissie's Christian name?
(a) Mary.
(b) Grace.
(c) Martha.
(d) Alexandra.

2. According to Sissie, why did the Creator give us laughter?
(a) To make life somewhat possible.
(b) To help people live longer.
(c) To make people look foolish.
(d) To bring people together.

3. Who cries at de Gaulle's death?
(a) His daughter.
(b) His wife.
(c) Sissie.
(d) An African Head of State.

4. What sort of things do Sissie and the other campers eat?
(a) Fresh potatoes, German goulash, cheese, and sauerkraut.
(b) Pancakes and french toast.
(c) Blueberries, yogurt, and strawberries.
(d) Spaghetti and meatballs.

5. Which of the following languages does Sissie speak?
(a) French.
(b) English.
(c) Spanish.
(d) German.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many people are in attendance at the dinner in the opening chapter of the novel?

2. What does "das Schwartze Mädchen" mean?

3. Where does Sissie see plums for the first time?

4. Where do Marija and Sissie walk?

5. Where do the self-exiled Ghanaian fishermen live?

(see the answer key)

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