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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How long after being diagnosed with his disease did Nhamo die?
(a) Two hours.
(b) Two weeks.
(c) Two months.
(d) Two days.

2. On what type of bed does Tambu's mother sleep?
(a) A dirt floor.
(b) A featherbed.
(c) A bamboo mat.
(d) A reed mat.

3. Which of the following characters does NOT speak to Babamukuru about Tambu's punishment?
(a) Tambu.
(b) Lucia.
(c) Nyasha.
(d) Maiguru.

4. What emotion does Tambu force upon herself when she sees her uncle's great wealth?
(a) She forces herself to be appreciative.
(b) She forces herself to be confused.
(c) She forces herself to be shocked.
(d) She forces herself to be unimpressed.

5. Which of the following characters does NOT observe the traditions of food service mandated in Babamukuru's home?
(a) Nyasha.
(b) Anna.
(c) Maiguru.
(d) Tambu.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many girls have been hired by Babamukuru to help with the cooking and other chores?

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

3. During which month of the year does Nhamo return to his village from school?

4. Which of the following characters makes a long speech after dinner, formally welcoming Tambu into the family?

5. What does Nyaradzo's family do for a living?

(see the answer key)

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