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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2: Chapters 3-6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When do the British land in Tanga and demand the surrender of the port?
(a) December 1914.
(b) October 1914.
(c) November 1914.
(d) September 1914.

2. In Chapter 3, when do Hamza and the other recruits arrive at the camp?
(a) Dusk.
(b) 8 p.m.
(c) 4 p.m.
(d) Noon.

3. In Chapter 5, how many askari are on the march?
(a) 125.
(b) 175.
(c) 200.
(d) 150.

4. In Chapter 2, how long do Khalifa and Ilyas meet at the cafe in the afternoon or early evening?
(a) 45 minutes.
(b) 30 minutes.
(c) Several hours.
(d) An hour or two.

5. In what language does someone begin to sing a song that is like a sung conversation in Chapter 3?
(a) Kiswahili.
(b) Shona.
(c) Zulu.
(d) Xhosa.

Short Answer Questions

1. What year do Khalifa and Asha marry?

2. Where is Khalifa's father from?

3. In Chapter 5, what does Hamza learn some of the Nubi noncommissioned officers are addicted to?

4. How many siblings did Qassim have?

5. About how much older are Issa and Zawadi than Afiya?

(see the answer key)

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