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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where is Tambu's mother lying when the family first arrives?
(a) In the fields.
(b) Near the latrine.
(c) On the kitchen floor.
(d) In the bedroom.

2. Which of the following rooms of the home is particularly difficult for Tambu to navigate when she first moves to Babamukuru's
(a) The kitchen.
(b) The bedroom.
(c) The pantry.
(d) The bathroom.

3. On what type of bed does Tambu's mother sleep?
(a) A featherbed.
(b) A dirt floor.
(c) A bamboo mat.
(d) A reed mat.

4. What does Babamukuru claim he cannot eat a meal without?
(a) Butter.
(b) Gravy.
(c) Milk.
(d) Molasses.

5. How does Tambu feel when she is forced to interact with the village women in the kitchen?
(a) She is nervous.
(b) She is confident.
(c) She is confused.
(d) She is apathetic.

Short Answer Questions

1. What task is Tambu asked to do for the visiting relatives?

2. How does Babamukuru feel about Lucia staying on the homestead?

3. Which of the following best describes Tambu's attitude as she returns to the homestead?

4. How does Tambu feel about Lucia's outburst in the family meeting, at which she promises to leave the homestead, taking Ma'Shingayi with her?

5. Which of the following is the traditional dish eaten as a staple at most meals by the villagers?

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