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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part IV (Chapters 13 - 15).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Tambu correct herself to say she was born in Chapter 9?
(a) Umtali.
(b) Uganda.
(c) Mutare.
(d) Harare.

2. What does Tambu notice about her new mattress in Chapter 4?
(a) It is very new.
(b) It has fungus.
(c) It is not there.
(d) It is ripped.

3. Who is another of Tambu's hostel mates who is angry with her for how she treated Gertrude in Chapter 2?
(a) Mako.
(b) Nyasha.
(c) Isabel.
(d) Bertha.

4. Whose house does Tambu arrive at in Chapter 1 looking for accommodation?
(a) Nyasha.
(b) Tracey Stevenson.
(c) Widow Riley.
(d) Mai Manyanga.

5. What does Tracey say the Chinese are interested in?
(a) Elections.
(b) Profits.
(c) Governments, not people.
(d) Food security.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Tambu tell the stranger on the bus she does for a living in Chapter 2?

2. What does Nyasha encourage Tambu to do that she thinks will make Tambu feel better in Chapter 11?

3. What kind of shoes does Tambu wear in Chapter 1 for her interview?

4. What does Tambu put in her tea in very large quantities in Chapter 3?

5. What other relative does Tambu spend a significant amount of time telling the doctor about in Chapter 9?

(see the answer key)

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