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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following is NOT something Ma'Shingayi accuses Maiguru of during the family meeting?

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

3. Which of the following best describes Tambu's attitude as she returns to the homestead?

4. What is the name of Tambu's youngest brother?

5. How does Tambu react to her first school dance?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happens to Nyasha when she is late to the dinner table on the evening before Tambu leaves for the Sacred Heart?

2. How does Tambu feel about her parents' impending wedding ceremony?

3. Who is Nyaradzo?

4. After Nyasha collapses and is brought to the doctor, what is her diagnosis?

5. Why doesn't Nyasha want to attend the missionary school one town over?

6. How does Maiguru react to the vicious fight that breaks out between Babamukuru and Nyasha after the dance?

7. What does Nyaradzo believe to be special about her brothers?

8. What causes Lucia to burst out of the kitchen during the family meeting and attack Takesure?

9. How does Babamukuru feel about Lucia's presence on the homestead?

10. How does Tambu feel about having to return to the homestead to visit her family for Christmas?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Every time Babamukuru arrives to the village, there is much uproar. First, explain the traditions villagers have in welcoming Babamukuru to their homes. Then explain why Babamukuru is treated so royally. Finally, explain Tambu's reaction to the fanfare welcoming Babamukuru to the home. How does this reaction change as the novel progresses?

Essay Topic 2

The male characters in the novel all have similar reactions to the role of women in their homes. First, create a list of male characters in the novel and briefly explain each of their attitudes toward women in the home. Then explain some of the special, sometimes burdensome, responsibilities of successful men in the family.

Essay Topic 3

Throughout the novel, Tambu struggles with whether she wants to remember or forget her family in the village. First, give examples of two scenes in which Tambu expresses her struggle with memory. Then describe why it would be beneficial for Tambu to remember her family back home, and why it would be beneficial for her to forget where she came from.

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