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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 3, 4 and 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where is Matant Margaret's coffin kept during the duration of the wake?
(a) Behind the crowd.
(b) In front of the crowd.
(c) To the side of the crowd.
(d) In the middle of the crowd.

2. Which of the following is NOT a reason Chantal gives as to why she loves Jerome?
(a) He admires her family.
(b) He listens to her when she talks.
(c) He understands her emotions.
(d) He supports her dreams.

3. After Matant Margaret dies, what does Seth want his mother to do?
(a) Close her eyes and rest.
(b) Bury the body in the backyard.
(c) Say prayers for Matant Margaret's soul.
(d) Tell him Matant Margaret's history.

4. How does Chantal feel about marriage?
(a) She thinks marriage should be outlawed.
(b) She thinks marriage is a sacred bond.
(c) She does not think she wants to get married.
(d) She thinks marriage is for fools.

5. What language does Seth's grandmother speak?
(a) English.
(b) French.
(c) Creole.
(d) Spanish.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Matant Margaret always do with the money she made in America?

2. When Seth arrives home from vising Mrs. Fabiyi, which of the following best describes the exterior of his home?

3. What does Leticia do for a living?

4. What color was the skirt Samona was wearing on the first day of class?

5. Which of the following is missing from Mrs. Fabiyi's apartment, which confuses the children?

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