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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 5 - Chapters 9 and 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Because of the famine, when did the secondary school where Gilbert went stop having school?
(a) April.
(b) January.
(c) March.
(d) February.

2. How much did Gilbert spend to buy a dynamo?
(a) 225 kwacha.
(b) 175 kwacha.
(c) 150 kwacha.
(d) 200 kwacha.

3. What school was William chosen for after his exams?
(a) Kalambo.
(b) Kalimbu.
(c) Makalani.
(d) Kachokolo.

4. What occupation did most Malawian men pursue?
(a) Mill wright.
(b) Welder.
(c) Farming.
(d) Trader.

5. What interest rate were traders and businessmen charging as the famine dragged on?
(a) 25 percent.
(b) 15 percent.
(c) 200 percent.
(d) 300 percent.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many radio stations were available in Malawi for many years?

2. What had President Muluzi promised everyone if he won the election to become president?

3. What did members of Uncle John's church sing when they went to his house and stayed all night and the next day?

4. How many days did the Standard Eight final exam last?

5. What school did William hope he would be assigned to after his exams?

(see the answer key)

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