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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Falcon.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When does the family reach Sidon?
(a) In the afternoon.
(b) In the morning.
(c) At dusk.
(d) In the middle of the night.

2. Why does the father want to do what he is thinking of doing in "The Land of Sad Oranges"?
(a) Because he hates his family.
(b) Because it is what all fathers do.
(c) To end their pain and suffering.
(d) To satiate his anger.

3. In "If You Were a Horse," what does the echo of the footsteps of the son resemble?
(a) A galloping horse.
(b) Abu Ibrahim's footsteps.
(c) His mother's footsteps.
(d) His father's footsteps.

4. What mood is the father in when they reach Sidon?
(a) Saddened.
(b) Happy.
(c) Angry.
(d) Crazy.

5. How does Jadaan respond to Abdallah's request for advice?
(a) He tells him to use a car.
(b) He tells him to leave the gazelles alone.
(c) He tells him to use a rope.
(d) He tells him to use a gun.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of unique trait did Barq have?

2. When the narrator runs to the mountains, what does he leave behind in "The Land of Sad Oranges"?

3. What sets off the father one day in "The Land of Sad Oranges"?

4. What does Nabil pack in his bag?

5. Where does Assad stay in Basra?

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