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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who visits Waiyaki's hut in Chapter Sixteen?

2. Who dies at the end of Chapter Twelve?

3. Who has become the leader of the hills following Chege's death?

4. What gives Nyambura peace?

5. What do the Gikuyu people see as the white man's "magic"?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is it that people most admire in Joshua?

2. What changes Reverend Livingstone's mind about how to deal with the traditional tribal customs?

3. What news does Waiyaki hear from the Siriana Mission near the end of Chapter Twelve?

4. Why does Waiyaki not feel warm toward Kamau?

5. What is Waiyaki's reaction to Nyambura's not coming to visit?

6. What images come to Waiyaki while he is trying to sleep?

7. What arguments does Kabonyi use against Waiyaki at the meeting?

8. How does Waiyaki feel about his mother?

9. What is Waiyaki's relationship with Kabonyi like?

10. Describe the new school.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The character of Nyambura is one that grows and changes over the course of the novel. Discuss the development of her character and the importance it has on the story.

Essay Topic 2

In what ways does Reverend Livingstone have a great deal of influence over the rest of the other characters? Please use at least three examples.

Essay Topic 3

Compare and contrast the characters of Chege and Joshua. Use at least three specific examples.

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