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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the name of Babamukuru's wife?
(a) Baiguru.
(b) Taiguru.
(c) Maiguru.
(d) Saiguru.

2. Which of the following is NOT a tradition observed by Babamukuru's family at the dinner table?
(a) The food is kept on warmers until Babamukuru is ready to eat.
(b) Babamukuru serves the rest of the family, thus controlling their portions.
(c) Babamukuru is always served first.
(d) Babamukuru dictates the menu.

3. What surprises Tambu about the latrine at the homestead?
(a) It is brand-new.
(b) It is spotless.
(c) It is filthy.
(d) It has been renovated.

4. Which of the following characters is the only one allowed in the family meeting regarding Lucia's presence on the homestead?
(a) Ma'Shingayi.
(b) Nyasha.
(c) Lucia.
(d) Tambu.

5. With whom does Tambu share a bedroom at Babamukuru's home?
(a) Tambu has her own bedroom.
(b) Nyasha.
(c) Maiguru.
(d) Anna.

Short Answer Questions

1. When thinking about her education, what does Nyasha wish?

2. Despite having a latrine, where does Tambu go to the bathroom?

3. What happens when students are "screened out"?

4. Where does Tambu's mother sell her food items?

5. What part about her uncle makes Tambu the most uncomfortable?

(see the answer key)

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