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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 33-35.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Mrs. Afify react to the news of Dr. Booshy's capture?
(a) She buys the stolen teeth.
(b) She goes to visit him in jail.
(c) She throws away her gold teeth.
(d) She tells everyone she knows.

2. Why does Umm Hamida object to Salim Alwan's desire to marry Hamida?
(a) Hamida is too difficult and contrary.
(b) Citizens of the alley will object.
(c) Umm Hamida and Hamida are not of Salim Alwan's class.
(d) Salim Alwan is too old.

3. What does Mrs. Afify suspect is causing Umm Hamida to delay in finding her a husband?
(a) Umm Hamida is distracted by Hamida's engagement.
(b) Umm Hamida is taking the best man for herself.
(c) Umm Hamida can't find a suitable man.
(d) Umm Hamida wants more money than they agreed upon.

4. How does Radwan Hussainy say a good man can be an accomplice of the devil?
(a) By keeping to himself.
(b) By judging others harshly.
(c) By commiting evil acts unknowingly.
(d) By assisting those who are cruel.

5. Why does Radwan Hussainy counsel Kirsha to be kind to those who envy him?
(a) He should rejoice at his recovery.
(b) He should set a good example.
(c) Those who envy him do not understand his suffering.
(d) Envy is worse than illness.

Short Answer Questions

1. What are the professions of Salim Alwan's sons?

2. Why does Kirsha openly invite the boy to the cafe in front of everyone?

3. Who does Radwan Hussainy say is the cleverest fellow in the alley?

4. Why does Abbas feel confident as they approach the bar?

5. How many children does Salim Alwan have?

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