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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 Frikkie visit during his school break?

2. Who is Joseph?

3. What does Tengo try to teach Frikkie?

4. What does Tengo do when Frikkie and the oubaas have their tea?

5. Why is Tengo confused about Frikkie's attitude about not wanting to go back to school?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. What do Dr. and Mrs. Miller agree to give to Tengo for his education?

3. How are the differences between blacks and whites exhibited in the characters of Frikkie and Tengo?

4. How does Frikkie behave when encountering Tengo's anger when a girl insults an elder at the birthday party?

5. Who is Joseph?

6. How do the oubaas twist the story of the Great Trek told to Frikkie and Tengo?

7. In what story does Tengo see that the white man has twisted history to suit his own needs?

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

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

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

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

Essay Topic 2

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.

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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