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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What fears does Emily have about living in Alexandria?
(a) She fears being caught in the middle of the revolution.
(b) She fears being abducted and sold into slavery.
(c) She is frightened of the way men stare at her on the street.
(d) She is afraid of catching a disease or eating spoiled food.

2. Which friend of Amal's is carrying her fifth child in Chapter 8?
(a) Emily.
(b) Isabel.
(c) Anna.
(d) Tahiyya.

3. What is torn down to modernize Egypt?
(a) Old buildings.
(b) Historical landmarks.
(c) A mosque.
(d) Trees.

4. Whom does Anna miss?
(a) Amal.
(b) Edward.
(c) Her father-in-law.
(d) Her parents.

5. What are Sir Charles' views on the occupation of Egypt?
(a) He accepts the occupation as part of the natural order.
(b) He is in favor of the occupation.
(c) He vigorously assists the agency in maintaining the occupation.
(d) He opposes the occupation.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which mentally challenged character does Isabel visit in Chapter 5?

2. What does Anna decide to do at the end of Chapter 7?

3. Which character proves to be a helpful friend to Anna in Alexandria?

4. What separates Egyptian women from men in the ballroom?

5. Where does Isabel want Amal to accompany her in Chapter 8?

(see the answer key)

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