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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. Tengo's ancestors declared war on which group of people?
2. Where does Joseph live?
3. What is Tengo's ethnicity?
4. What is Frikkie's ethnicity?
5. Oubaas and his wife think that Tengo's desire for education will lead to _____________.
Short Essay Questions
1. What do Dr. and Mrs. Miller agree to give to Tengo for his education?
2. In what story does Tengo see that the white man has twisted history to suit his own needs?
3. How do the oubaas twist the story of the Great Trek told to Frikkie and Tengo?
4. What are some of the things that Tengo learns about city life for black people from Joseph?
5. Why is it frustrating for Tengo to read the textbooks given to him by his aunt's employer?
6. Why is Frikkie given so much respect on his uncle's farm?
7. How easily does Tengo pick up the skill of reading?
8. How does Frikkie behave when encountering Tengo's anger when a girl insults an elder at the birthday party?
9. How are the differences between blacks and whites exhibited in the characters of Frikkie and Tengo?
10. Why is Tengo not permitted to attend school and how does he feel about that?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Create a character study of Tengo. What are his physical characteristics? What are his motivations? What are his fears? What are his dreams? What else can you say about Tengo?
Essay Topic 2
Who are two of Gordon's characters in this book who appeal to you the most? What is it about these characters that you like? What are their weaknesses? How about redeeming qualities? Are Gordon's characters believable in your opinion? Explain.
Essay Topic 3
Oppression is an important theme in the stories. Can you cite an example to support this theme? Name two other themes and cite examples to support your answer.
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