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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 57- 62.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 35, Ngũgĩ describes a memorable scouting experience in which people of all races joined together to celebrate the life of whom?
(a) Lord Baden Powell.
(b) Jonyo Kenyatta.
(c) Good Wallace.
(d) Lord Carey Francis.

2. From which country did Ghana gain its independence in 1957?
(a) The United States.
(b) Britain.
(c) Italy.
(d) France.

3. Where was Ngũgĩ’s brother being held after his capture?
(a) Alliance.
(b) Githunguri.
(c) Banana Hills.
(d) Loreto.

4. What was the name Ngũgĩ gave to the officer he met at Tigoni in Chapter 21?
(a) Officer Green.
(b) Officer John.
(c) Johnny the Green.
(d) The Green Giant.

5. What post are Ngũgĩ and the other captives taken to first in Chapter 60?
(a) Kiambu.
(b) Gauthiere.
(c) Kamarithu.
(d) Thĩmbĩgwa.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who did British soldiers capture on October 21, 1956?

2. What prison were the prisoners transferred to after Thĩmbĩgwa?

3. Which communities does Ngũgĩ say the passports were meant to tighten government control of in Chapter 22?

4. What was the punishment for returning to school late in Chapter 23?

5. What school did Ngũgĩ and his friends get a tour of and have tea in Chapter 23?

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