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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did Koina react when Kihiki died?
(a) He didn't care.
(b) He laughed.
(c) He cried.
(d) He ran away.

2. In "Chapter 1", why does Mugo feel a connection with Gitoko's mother?
(a) Because he lost a brother in the war.
(b) Because she seems to recognize him.
(c) Because she cooks for him.
(d) Because she looks like his mother.

3. In "Chapter 6," how do Gikonyo's customers react to him?
(a) They are indifferent toward him.
(b) They like him.
(c) They ignore him.
(d) They dislike him.

4. What does Gikonyo invest his money in in "Chapter 6"?
(a) Stocks and bonds.
(b) American textiles.
(c) Dried foods.
(d) College funds.

5. In "Chapter 4," how does Karanja feel about taking a message to Mrs. Thompson?
(a) Like she'll harass him.
(b) Like it is beneath him.
(c) Like it is an honor.
(d) Like it's a good break from work.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Gikonyo try to hold onto his marriage while in the concentration camp?

2. What made Mugo stop giving the speech he remembers in "Chapter 6"?

3. In "Chapter 5," what does Mr. Thompson compare Africans to in his notes?

4. In "Chapter 1," how many women come to visit Mugo at his house?

5. How does Mugo feel after General R. visits him in "Chapter 3"?

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