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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. During the family's holy pilgrimage, what notable event took place at the Plain of Mina?
(a) Kareem was nearly trampled to death.
(b) Amani had her religious awakening.
(c) The family watched hundreds of animals be taken to slaughter.
(d) Sultana gave up all luxuries to commerate the sacrifice of her ancestors.

2. What reason did Sultana give her children for the plight of women in Saudi Arabia?
(a) Islamic tradition alone.
(b) The commandments of the Koran.
(c) Instructions from the prophet long ago.
(d) The weakness of women and their inability to demand equality.

3. Why did the family's arrival in London surprise the permanent staff at the family home?
(a) They forgot to call.
(b) They arrived a month earlier than they had planned.
(c) The war had kept the family away for a couple of years.
(d) They were forced to keep their travel plans a secret.

4. After arriving in London, where did Maha immediately go?
(a) To a safehouse.
(b) To a mental institution.
(c) To see long-lost family.
(d) To a posh resort.

5. What Western documentary tells the sad story of Sultana's cousin?
(a) One Woman's Battle for Freedom.
(b) A Nightmare in Arabia.
(c) Princess.
(d) Death of a Princess.

Short Answer Questions

1. After viewing the notable event that occurred at the Plain of Mina, what did Amani refrain from later that evening?

2. When Kareem and Sultana talked to their children about women and their role in Saudi society, what was their main message?

3. What was Maha's relationship with Aisha?

4. What was the aftermath of Abdullah's plan?

5. To whom in London did Maha feel comfortable speaking to, openly?

(see the answer key)

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