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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When did Mr. Thompson first come to Africa?
(a) When he turned 50.
(b) After graduating from college.
(c) Before World War II.
(d) During World War II.

2. What does Gikonyo do differently about his business in "Chapter 6"?
(a) He hires an assistant.
(b) He demands payment.
(c) He works faster.
(d) He only accepts a few jobs.

3. What made the agricultural officer dream for a Forest Station?
(a) He came up with the idea all on his own.
(b) Seeing one in another forest.
(c) Reading about one in a book.
(d) Learning about them in school.

4. In "Chapter 1," how many women come to visit Mugo at his house?
(a) Three.
(b) One.
(c) Two.
(d) None.

5. In "Chapter 3," why is General R. interested in Karanja?
(a) He thinks Karanja is switching sides.
(b) He thinks Karanja stole from him.
(c) He thinks Karanja betrayed Kihika.
(d) He has never heard of Karanja.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "Chapter 1", what does Githua talk to Mugo about?

2. How did Gikonyo become interested in carpentry?

3. In "Chapter 2," what does the narrator say white men spread around Kenya?

4. Who did Mugo live with after he was orphaned?

5. Why does Mrs. Thompson say she often fought with Van Dyke?

Short Essay Questions

1. In "Chapter 4," what does the narrator say about trains?

2. In "Chapter 6," what things does Gikonyo confess to Mugo?

3. In "Chapter 7," what does the narrator say about Mumbi's feelings toward the Movement?

4. In "Chapter 5," what happens when the Thompsons discuss leaving Africa?

5. Why does General R. bring up Karanja in "Chapter 3"?

6. How does Mr. Thompson help Karanja with the dog in "Chapter 4"?

7. How does Mugo feel about the land he receives, after leaving the detention center?

8. How does Mugo feel about giving speeches in "Chapter 6"?

9. In "Chapter 2," what explanation is given for the Movement?

10. In "Chapter 2," who are some of rebels that are described?

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