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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Land of the Sad Oranges.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "The Land of Sad Oranges," what does the father do when he is set off?
(a) He leaves the family.
(b) He has a heart attack.
(c) He yells at everyone furiously.
(d) He digs through a chest in a panic.

2. What rivers does Abu Qais recall his teacher talking about?
(a) Tigris and Nile.
(b) Tigris and Euphrates.
(c) None of the above.
(d) Nile and Euphrates.

3. In "The Land of Sad Oranges," what is the father's mood like immediately after the move?
(a) He is very angry.
(b) He is serene.
(c) He is extremely depressed.
(d) He is happy for a while.

4. Why does the guide tell Assad he will not run away?
(a) Because he has a good reputation.
(b) Because he has a legal business.
(c) Because he is his friend.
(d) Because he escorts 10 people.

5. In "The Land of Sad Oranges," what happens to Acre?
(a) An earthquake hits it.
(b) The Jews attack the town.
(c) Nothing happens to it.
(d) Arab guerillas take over.

Short Answer Questions

1. When does the Arab army enter Palestine?

2. In "The Land of Sad Oranges," what do the men do at the stop on the way out of the town?

3. Why does it take Abul Khaizarun so long to get back to the lorry?

4. Who does Abu Qais' wife want him to call?

5. In "The Land of Sad Oranges," where do the men stop on the way out of the town?

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