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

Short Answer Questions

1. How does the pageant audience react to Samona's African dress?

2. How does Seth react when he hears Jean-Claude and Samona fighting?

3. Which of the following characters spends the afternoon with Chantal, attempting to comfort her after the fight?

4. Which of the following characters spent time in a gang?

5. How does Anthony react to the threats Jean-Claude makes against Jerome?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The setting of "Seth and Samona' is important to understanding the characters in the novel. First, describe the neighborhood where Seth and Samona grow up. Then, explain the inherent dangers that the children are subjected to here. Finally, explain how these dangers affect the characters of Seth and Samona.

Essay Topic 2

Seth and Samoan frequently found themselves getting into trouble when they played together. Choose one moment of mischief, and explain what happened during this event. Then, describe the repercussions the children received as a result of their mischief. How did this mischief affect the friendship between these two unlikely best friends?

Essay Topic 3

Gang violence plays a large role in the neighborhood where Seth and Samona grow up. Describe the ways Anthony's life has been altered by gang violence. Then, compare / contrast Anthony's experience with gang violence with Reggie's experience with gang violence. What is the same about their life in gangs? What is different?

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