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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Marija like when she picks up Sissie?
(a) Flushed and hot.
(b) Exquisitely dressed.
(c) Shy and taciturn.
(d) Out of breath.

2. At what age was Sissie enrolled in foreign education?
(a) 8 years.
(b) 2 months.
(c) 6 months.
(d) 18 years.

3. How is Kunle killed?
(a) From a gunshot wound.
(b) In an earthquake.
(c) By his dog.
(d) By his car.

4. What does Marija tell Sissie is in Munich?
(a) Wildlife and hiking.
(b) Dancing and nightclubs.
(c) Shopping and food.
(d) Music and museums.

5. What does Sissie think about East and West Berlin?
(a) She likes them both.
(b) She likes West Berlin but dislikes East Berlin.
(c) She dislikes East Berglin but likes West Berlin.
(d) She dislikes them both.

6. What is the result of "dying in the hands of a brother who made it" (59)?
(a) Fame.
(b) Irony.
(c) Ecstasy.
(d) Shame.

7. What does Marija pray for?
(a) That Little Adolph becomes Chancellor.
(b) That Little Adolph goes to London.
(c) That Little Adolph visits Africa.
(d) That Little Adolph become wealthy.

8. What does Sissie say about Africa?
(a) It is overpriced.
(b) She has family there.
(c) It is like her country, only bigger.
(d) It is too hot.

9. What beverage does Marija offer Sissie?
(a) Kombucha.
(b) Coffee.
(c) Tea.
(d) Orange soda.

10. From where specifically do the Presidents of the North govern?
(a) Germany and Switzerland.
(b) Barcelona and Madrid.
(c) Provence, Geneva, and Milan.
(d) Ireland and England.

11. According to Sissie, what do the "Been-tos" lie about?
(a) Their relationships.
(b) Whether they like fish and chips.
(c) Their singing abilities.
(d) Their education.

12. What does Marija ask Sissie about her travel?
(a) Who pays for it.
(b) Why she wants to do it.
(c) If Marija can join her.
(d) If it is scary.

13. What does Sissie say about last-minute goodbyes?
(a) She never forgets them.
(b) They are unnecessary..
(c) She hates them.
(d) They are important.

14. Where does Sissie and her campers go during their last few days?
(a) To the best restaurant in Germany.
(b) Into the basement of the castle.
(c) Around the countryside to see festive dances.
(d) To a homeless shelter.

15. Who writes letters to Kunle?
(a) Kunle's sister.
(b) His mother.
(c) Sissie.
(d) Kunle's wife.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Marija give Sissie before her departure?

2. What is heresy, according to the novel?

3. Why do yams in the African marketplace rot?

4. What type of food does Marija serve Sissie?

5. When do these Presidents visit Africa?

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