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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Jerome work?

2. When Mrs. Fabiyi opens the door to her apartment, what is she brandishing in her hand?

3. Which of the following pieces of artwork does Mrs. Fabiyi decorate her home with?

4. What does Samona want to bring to Mrs. Fabiyi during the visit?

5. Who is Chantal?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Nigel Gemini want to do with his life, and how is he working toward that goal?

2. What information does Samona give Seth about the proceedings at a funeral?

3. What happens when Chantal volunteers to bring food over the the Gemini home with Seth?

4. What does Seth admire most about Anthony Gemini?

5. How does Seth find out about Matant Margaret's death?

6. After the altercation, how does Jean-Claude feel about Jerome?

7. What does the interior of Mrs. Fabiyi's house look like?

8. What happens when Seth tries to avoid Samona in the neighborhood?

9. What information does Reggie give about Jean-Claude's whereabouts?

10. How does Seth get out of attending the church service with his family?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Jean-Claude is a character who embraces pacifism. Explain why Jean-Claude feels so opposed to violence in the streets, and give at least two-examples of the ways Jean-Claude combats violence in his neighborhood. What is the neighborhood response to Jean-Claude's pacifist ways?

Essay Topic 2

Matant Margaret's wake is a pivotal moment in Seth's life as he sees Haitian and American traditions come together. First, describe the events that unfold at Matant Margaret's wake. Why is Seth terrified of Haitian culture during this time? Then, explain how Matant Margaret's wake gives Seth a deeper understanding of his family dynamics.

Essay Topic 3

The turning point in Seth's relationship with Samona happens during the beauty pageant. First, explain how Seth felt about Samona leading up to the pageant. Then, explain how Seth came to Samona's rescue when she froze on stage during the pageant. Finally, explain how the beauty pageant altered the way Seth viewed his best friend, and how their relationship changed at the end of the novel

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