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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Carpenter, pg. 214-244.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How long can the carpenter be in prison for stealing from Sultan?
(a) 6 years.
(b) 5 years.
(c) 6 months.
(d) 5 months.

2. In "Can God Die", who does Fazil talk to about his teacher?
(a) His mother.
(b) His grandmother.
(c) His principal.
(d) His brother.

3. Why can't Mansur's family celebrate the new year?
(a) The Taliban won't allow it.
(b) They don't believe in it.
(c) They have to work that day.
(d) They don't have the money.

4. What makes Bulbula unattractive to her social class?
(a) She is old.
(b) She is angry.
(c) She is sick.
(d) She is illiterate.

5. What do Mansur and Akbar read as the travel in "The Call From Ali"?
(a) An old travel guide.
(b) A newspaper.
(c) The Koran.
(d) A magazine.

Short Answer Questions

1. When is the Afghani new year celebrated?

2. In "The Call From Ali", why does Mansur say he doesn't have time for a social life?

3. Why does Bibi Gul say she won't let Leila marry while she is still alive?

4. Why must Shakila and Wakil sit down at the same time on their wedding day?

5. In "An Attempt", what does Leila think is the most difficult part about meeting with the Ministry of Education?

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