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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. At what age did Tengo and Frikkie become friends?

2. Where does Frikkie visit during his school break?

3. Oubaas and his wife think that Tengo's desire for education will lead to _____________.

4. Where does Joseph live?

5. What does Frikkie give the girls to assure that they don't tell anyone about Tengo's outburst?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Tengo feel as he learns more and more about how his ancestors were treated?

2. Who is Joseph?

3. How easily does Tengo pick up the skill of reading?

4. What are some of the things that Tengo learns about city life for black people from Joseph?

5. Why can Tengo not defend his people to the oubaas regarding the story of the Great Trek?

6. Why is it frustrating for Tengo to read the textbooks given to him by his aunt's employer?

7. Why is Frikkie given so much respect on his uncle's farm?

8. Who is Frikkie?

9. Why is Tengo not permitted to attend school and how does he feel about that?

10. Who is Tengo?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Select an instance of symbolism from the book and explain its significance.

Essay Topic 2

The author uses several instances of foreshadowing in the stories. Explain the concept of foreshadowing and cite at least two examples making sure to explain what makes each an instance of foreshadowing.

Essay Topic 3

Explain Sheila Gordon's writing style. How does she deliver information? How does she develop characters? What is the general tone of her work? What is the most appealing aspect of Gordon's writing for you? Explain.

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