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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Gikonyo try to do to Mumbi after running into Karanja at the market in "Chapter 7"?
(a) He tries to rob her.
(b) He tries to throw her out of the house.
(c) He tries to forgive her.
(d) He tries to kill her.

2. Why does Warui go with Gikonyo to see Mugo in "Chapter 12"?
(a) To discuss the concentration camp.
(b) To ask about his speech.
(c) To ask for money.
(d) To eat dinner with him.

3. In "Chapter 4," what memory does Mr. Thompson have of dogs?
(a) The dog his parents had when he was growing up.
(b) The dog his wife gave away.
(c) The time he hit a dog with his car.
(d) The dog that attacked him.

4. What makes Gikonyo confess to taking the oath while in the concentration camp?
(a) Being tortured.
(b) Seeing Mumbi's face in his mind.
(c) He doesn't confess to the oath.
(d) Wanting to clear his name.

5. What does Gatu do in the concentration camps to help out his fellow prisoners?
(a) He makes jokes.
(b) He sneaks in their loved ones.
(c) He cooks.
(d) He gives them money.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "Chapter 12," what does Mugo remember about the trench?

2. In "Chapter 4", how many women does Karanja say he has loved?

3. How does Karanja react to the dog in "Chapter 4"?

4. How does Mugo feel after visiting the trench in "Chapter 12"?

5. Why is Mrs. Thompson lonely?

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