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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 10-14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Sheik Darwish always welcome?
(a) His presence is a good sign.
(b) He is garrulous and entertaining.
(c) He is wealthy and generous.
(d) He is lively and intelligent.

2. What does Mrs. Afify want from Umm Hamida?
(a) Fortunetelling.
(b) A husband.
(c) A love potion.
(d) More rent.

3. Where does Sheik Darwish live?
(a) He rents a room from Radwan Hussainy.
(b) He is homeless.
(c) He lives in the cafe.
(d) He rents a room fro Kirsha.

4. What effect has personal sorrow had on Radwan Hussainy?
(a) It has made him cruel and unforgiving.
(b) It has made him pessimistic and fearful.
(c) It has made him loving and patient.
(d) It has made him sorrowful and despairing.

5. What does Salim Alwan's lunch do for him?
(a) It helps him to nap.
(b) It gives him unusual energy for work.
(c) It is an aphrodisiac.
(d) It makes him cheerful.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Kirsha believe is replacing public recitations?

2. How does the alley learn of Salim Alwan's lunch and its powers?

3. How has Dr. Booshy earned his title?

4. How does Salim Alwan deal with his family?

5. Why does Hamida envy Jewish girls?

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