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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters Nine and Ten.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many people arrive at the homestead to celebrate Babamukuru's arrival?
(a) 24.
(b) 34.
(c) 44.
(d) 14.

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

3. What job does Babamukuru find for Lucia?
(a) A maid.
(b) A cook.
(c) A driver.
(d) A nurse.

4. Which of the following bits of advice is NOT given to Tambu during her formal welcoming speech?
(a) To study dilligently.
(b) To respect Babamukuru.
(c) To be grateful for this opportunity.
(d) To help provide for her family.

5. Why does Tambu believe she was passed over for education by Babamukuru?
(a) Because she is too young.
(b) Because she is unintelligent.
(c) Because she is a girl.
(d) Because she is too smart.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following is NOT something Lucia is accused of while staying at the homestead?

2. What is the age difference between Nhamo and Tambu?

3. Which of the following characters does NOT object to Tambu accepting a scholarship from the nuns?

4. What excuse does Maiguru make as to why Nyasha can't play with the other children?

5. Which of the following male characters compliments Maiguru on how hard she works and tells her that she may go to bed?

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