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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 4, Chapters 1-5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What do most Arabs think about the United Nations' plan for a partition of Palestine?
(a) They thought it was a great idea.
(b) They wanted to help create it.
(c) They thought the British were behind it.
(d) They thought it would not pass.

2. After befriending a Jewish junkyard dealer, what language does Ishmael learn to read?
(a) Arabic.
(b) English.
(c) Hebrew.
(d) French.

3. While staying in the refugee camp in Jericho, why does Ibrahim go into town every day?
(a) To try to make money.
(b) To find a Jew to talk to Gideon.
(c) To look for work for Ishmael.
(d) To steal supplies.

4. On January 10, 1948, what do Kaukji's forces attack in Syria?
(a) A kibbutz.
(b) Places of business.
(c) A mosque.
(d) Jewish homes.

5. How old is Ishmael when he leaves school?
(a) Eleven.
(b) Nine.
(c) Twelve.
(d) Ten.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Kabir promise Farouk after the war if he stays in Tabah?

2. How old is Ishmael when he makes a deal with his brother concerning parcels of land?

3. Where does Ishmael attend school when he is nine?

4. How do Ibrahim and his family keep the Bedouin away while they are in Jericho?

5. After Kaukji's attacks on On January 10, 1948, what does he report to his leaders?

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