Journey to Jo'burg Test

Who are the main characters in Journey to Jo'burg?

• a) Dineo and Naledi

• b) Tiro and Grace

• c) Naledi and Tiro

• d) Naledi and Dumi

Why do Naledi and Tiro decide to go to Jo'burg?

• a) To find work

• b) To buy food

• c) To find their mother

• d) To visit their grandmother

How do Naledi and Tiro travel to Jo'burg?

• a) By car

• b) By train

• c) On foot

• d) By bus

What is the main problem that Dineo is facing?

• a) She is hungry

• b) She is sick

• c) She lost her toys

• d) She got lost

Who helps Naledi and Tiro when they arrive in Johannesburg?

• a) Grace

• b) Their mother

• c) Their aunt

• d) Mr. Mpho

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.1

What kind of work does their mother do in Johannesburg?

• a) Teacher

• b) Nurse

• c) Domestic worker

• d) Shopkeeper

What is an important theme in the book?

• a) Bravery

• b) Friendship

• c) The impact of apartheid

• d) The importance of education

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CCSS.RL.5.2

Apartheid is an important part of the story because:

• It provides historical context.

• It is a fictional element.

• It is unrelated to the story.

• It is a recent event.

Where do Naledi and Tiro live?

• In Johannesburg

• In Soweto

• In a small village outside Johannesburg

• In Durban

How does the story end?

• Naledi and Tiro return home without their mother.

• Naledi’s mother decides to move back to the village.

• Dineo gets better, and their mother returns home with them.

• They stay in Johannesburg permanently.