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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Salim Alwan trust now that he never did before?
(a) Lawyers.
(b) Doctors.
(c) His family.
(d) His employees.

2. Why does the stranger seem out of place in Midaq Alley?
(a) He is obviously investigating something.
(b) He is obviously well to do.
(c) He is obviously unacquainted with the residents.
(d) He is obviously a foreigner.

3. What does Ibrahim Faraj say is his true profession?
(a) Headmaster of a school.
(b) Dance instructor.
(c) Pimp.
(d) Accountant of a busy firm.

4. Why does Salim Alwan deprive his household of good food?
(a) So that they can save money.
(b) So that they will be strengthened.
(c) So that they have to share the restrictions he has.
(d) So that they will be healthier.

5. How does Abbas respond to his first drink of alcohol?
(a) He says it is wonderful.
(b) He says it is horrible.
(c) He says it is cheering.
(d) He says it is delightful.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What is Uncle Kamil reluctant to tell Abbas?

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

4. Why does Ibrahim Faraj stop himself from having sex with Hamida?

5. How long has Hamida been missing when Abbas returns?

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