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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Five.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is Netsai in relation to Tambu?
(a) Her sister.
(b) Her cousin.
(c) Her mother.
(d) Her aunt.

2. Which of the following is the only word Tambu can translate from the conversation between Nyasha and her mother?
(a) Dangerous.
(b) Clean.
(c) Safe.
(d) Dirty.

3. How does Nhamo feel about the walk from school to his home?
(a) He is terrified of the walk.
(b) He enjoys the walk.
(c) He is confused by the walk.
(d) He hates the walk.

4. When Nhamo returns from school, which of the following animals is Tambu sent to slaughter for dinner?
(a) Rooster.
(b) Goat.
(c) Phesant.
(d) Pig.

5. Which of the following utensils does Tambu need to eat properly?
(a) A knife.
(b) A fork.
(c) A spoon.
(d) A set of chopsticks.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Tambu's mother think is the most important thing a woman must learn to carry?

2. Who rises from the dinner table to fetch whatever Babamukuru wishes during the meal?

3. After the formal welcoming speech, how does Tambu feel about her cousin, Nyasha?

4. How do the village women react to Tambu's cooking skills?

5. During what decade is Tambu's story told?

(see the answer key)

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