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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Christian tells Mama that Sophie was "taken with" what type of object and then "left for dead" (12)?
(a) A dagger.
(b) A bayonet.
(c) A beer bottle.
(d) A screwdriver.

2. Christian explains in Scene 1 of Act One that along the main road, there are boys with Kalashnikovs "and pockets that need filling" (5) posted every how many kilometers?
(a) 3.
(b) 2.
(c) 5.
(d) 4.

3. Sophie tells Salima in Scene 3 of Act One that whenever she sings, she is praying for what?
(a) For her parents to be alive.
(b) For her siblings to be alive.
(c) For the pain to go away.
(d) A heavenly voice.

4. What is the first name of the leader Kisembe, who "holds court" (19) at the beginning of Scene 2 in Act One?
(a) Christian.
(b) John.
(c) Jerome.
(d) Joseph.

5. Which characters does Mama lead toward Osembenga's table in Scene 4 of Act One?
(a) Josephine and Salima.
(b) Salima and Sophie.
(c) Josephine and Mr. Harari.
(d) Sophia and Josephine.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what type of small town does Scene 1 of Act One begin?

2. Christian tells Mama in Scene 4 of Act One that which clergyman is missing?

3. What day does Mama mention when she refers to Old Papa Batunga's passing?

4. What kind of leader is Kisembe said to be in Scene 2 of Act One?

5. Who is shooting pool when Scene 2 of Act One opens?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who is Jerome Kisembe?

2. What major revelation does Salima share with Sophie in Scene 3 of Act One?

3. What sort of establishment does Mama run?

4. Describe Commander Osembenga.

5. Who is Christian and why is Mama surprised to see him?

6. Provide evidence of the bond between Sophie and Salima that has grown since their arrival at Mama's.

7. What clue about Christian's true nature is revealed on his way out of the bar in Scene 1 of Act One?

8. In what way has Christian struggled with addiction and how do you know?

9. What significant event occurred in Mama's life when she was 11 years old and how did it affect the shape of her future goals?

10. To whom does Mama appear to pledge her allegiance at the beginning of Scene 2 of Act One and why might appearances be deceiving in this case?

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