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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters Six through Nine.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of these is not an adjective used to describe Waiyaki's eyes?
(a) Sad.
(b) Large.
(c) Liquid.
(d) Hooded.

2. On what night are the social codes relaxed between men and women?
(a) The night after the initiation ceremonies.
(b) The celebration of a son's birth.
(c) The eve of the initiation cermonies.
(d) The harvest celebration.

3. What does Nyambura see as a bad omen?
(a) An insect landing on Muthoni's hand.
(b) Muthoni's water barrel rolling down the hill.
(c) An antelope crossing their path.
(d) Clouds covering the sun.

4. What is the meaning of the river's name?
(a) Fertility.
(b) Cure, bring-back-to-life.
(c) Pure, clean-the-soul.
(d) Graceful.

5. What animal was slaughtered for the ceremony?
(a) A pig.
(b) A sheep.
(c) A cow.
(d) A goat.

Short Answer Questions

1. To what relative does Nyambura suggest Muthoni go to for help?

2. What betrays Chege's age to Waiyaki?

3. Who reveals Muthoni's secret?

4. Where does Waiyaki speak to Muthoni?

5. How many sons does Chege have?

(see the answer key)

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