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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. Which of the following diseases did Matant Margaret suffer from?

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

3. When Seth realizes that Mrs. Fabiyi is a misunderstood woman, how does he feel?

4. What does Jean-Claude think all young men should be interested in?

5. What does Samona think is the reason for Mrs. Fabiyi's suspicious absence from her yelling-point at the window?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Seth admire most about Anthony Gemini?

2. Why is Samona worried about Mrs.Fabiyi's well being?

3. Describe Samona's relationship with her mother.

4. What is Seth's first impression of Samona when she joins his class in the third grade?

5. What explanation does Mrs. Fabiyi give to the children as to her absence from the neighborhood?

6. How does Seth save Samona from her stage fright?

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

8. Why do Caribbean families sing and dance at wakes?

9. How do the Michelin parents punish their children for all the antics they've been involved with over the past few weeks?

10. How does Jean-Claude act directly after his fight with Chantal, which worries his brother?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Chantal Michelin is a character who is extremely unsatisfied with her life. Describe the role Chantal is forced to fill within the traditional Haitian household. Then, explain how Chantal attempts to rebel from this role. What is the reaction to her rebellion?

Essay Topic 2

Throughout the course of the novel, all three Michelin males - Papi, Jean-Claude, and Seth - jockey to control the members of their family. First, describe each of these three characters' management style. Then, explain the conflict that arises when three members of the family attempt to control the rest. What lesson about control does Seth learn during this fight for power?

Essay Topic 3

Mrs. Fabiyi represents a traditional Africa many of the neighborhood children are unfamiliar with. First, explain how Mrs. Fabiyi's traditions led the neighborhood children to believe she was a witch. Then, explain how Mrs. Fabiyi's traditions helped lead Samona to a deeper understanding of herself and her beauty.

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