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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3, Honor and the Virtues of Autonomy.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the "Alexandria Quartet," what was a Bedouin youth carrying on his head?
(a) A crate of wild birds.
(b) A wrapped bundle.
(c) A bucket of water.
(d) A clay pot.

2. During the first few months that Lila lived with the Awlad 'Ali, how often would Lila travel to Cairo?
(a) Once a month.
(b) Every other month.
(c) Every week.
(d) Every 2-3 weeks.

3. When did the Awlad 'Ali migrate into Egypt?
(a) End of the 17th or 18th centuries.
(b) 13th century.
(c) 14th century.
(d) End of the 15th or 16th centuries.

4. How old was the man who was criticized for going to find a runaway second wife?
(a) Early 50's.
(b) Late 60's.
(c) Late 30's.
(d) Early 40's.

5. What was the standard by which status was measured and hierarchy determined in Awlad 'Ali society?
(a) Autonomy or freedom.
(b) Strength or dignity.
(c) Courage.
(d) Respect.

Short Answer Questions

1. What were Bedouin tents made of before the Awlad 'Ali moved into houses?

2. What bird represented the Bedouin ideals of manhood?

3. Who gave the Awlad 'Ali rights to land in the Western desert in the nineteenth century?

4. How old was the Haj, head of the household, where Lila lived?

5. How many client households were in the camp where Lila lived?

(see the answer key)

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