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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 8, 9 and 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Samona want to bring to Mrs. Fabiyi during the visit?
(a) Artwork.
(b) Flowers.
(c) Food.
(d) Money.

2. During the talent portion of the pageant, which of the following is NOT part of Samona's costume?
(a) Leather sandals.
(b) A basket on her head.
(c) A ragged skirt.
(d) A shirt with holes in it.

3. What reason does Jerome give as to why Chantal is so unhappy at home?
(a) Because she wants a sister.
(b) Because she has too many chores.
(c) Because the family has no money.
(d) Because no one listens to her.

4. What is Samona's final action toward Seth after the beauty pageant?
(a) She gives him a high-five from the stage.
(b) She ignores him on the way to their cars.
(c) She hugs him tightly.
(d) She sticks her tongue out at him.

5. When Seth thinks about death, who does he imagine missing after death?
(a) Manmi.
(b) Grandmother.
(c) Chantal.
(d) Samona.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Seth react to Samona's hope to compete in the upcoming beauty pageant?

2. Where does Reggie suggest that the kids look for Jean-Claude?

3. What threat does Jean-Claude make toward Jerome?

4. When Seth tries to confront Samona at school, what does he want to convince her to do?

5. How does Seth feel about Samona's chances at winning the beauty pageant?

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