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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 29-32.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Kirsha poor?
(a) Kirsha squanders his money.
(b) Kirsha's money goes to support Hussain Kirsha's lifestyle.
(c) Mrs. Kirsha takes all his money.
(d) Kirsha's cafe does not make a profit.

2. What does Radwan Hussainy advise Mrs. Kirsha to do about her husband's behavior?
(a) Turn him in to authorities.
(b) Leave him to God.
(c) Try to win him back.
(d) Flee from his house.

3. What does Husniya tell Zaita he must do before he can talk to people?
(a) Wash himself.
(b) Ask forgiveness.
(c) Learn good manners.
(d) Get new clothes.

4. What does Kirsha want from Hamida after his heart attack?
(a) Nothing.
(b) A girlfriend.
(c) A business partnership.
(d) Marriage.

5. How does the boy respond to Kirsha's invitation to come to his cafe?
(a) "If you want to eat, you must tire yourself out."
(b) "A good jug pours forth good water."
(c) "May God forgive your evil thoughts!"
(d) "Only a fool refuses generosity!"

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Hamida blunder while the stranger is watching her?

2. How does Hamida feel about the stranger's constant attention?

3. Why do Salim Alwan's sons object to his marrying again?

4. What is the first thing Ibrahim Faraj makes Hamida change?

5. How do the residents of the alley believe women should be treated?

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