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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. Why does Tengo's mother want him to return to the farm?

2. Tengo's mother tells _______________ that Tengo is determined to go to school.

3. How old is Frikkie in Chapter 10?

4. Who is afraid that the threat will ruin the farm?

5. Who is the oubaas' current boss-boy?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Tengo conflicted about his personal desires and the issues for the greater good?

2. Who is Elijah and what groups does he invite Tengo to join?

3. Why does Tengo end his relationship with Emma?

4. How does Frikkie feel about the changes occurring in the world?

5. Why does Tengo spend his school breaks studying with the help of a local preacher?

6. What does Tengo think about what the protesters believe the whites will never allow blacks to have?

7. What does Tengo suspect about Joseph who is rarely home these days?

8. Where is Tengo finally allowed to go to school and why does this make the oubaas angry?

9. What decision does Tengo struggle with after the school closes?

10. How does Tengo get caught up in the protests at the school?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Sheila Gordon is a master at dramatic devices. Choose examples of symbolism, metaphor, and irony. Briefly describe the technique which each displays.

Essay Topic 2

Hatred seems to be almost an unnamed character in the book. How pervasive is the sense of hatred? Why does it have such a prevalent place in the characters' lives? Explain how an inanimate object or characteristic can be a character.

Essay Topic 3

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.

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