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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the name of Babamukuru's maid?
(a) Carrie.
(b) Beth.
(c) Anna.
(d) Emily.

2. Which of the following is NOT a chore Tambu is expected to complete while visiting her family at the homestead?
(a) Fetching the water.
(b) Harvesting the fields.
(c) Washing the clothes.
(d) Cleaning the latrine.

3. Where is Tambu's father when the she arrives to visit?
(a) He has passed away.
(b) Working in the fields.
(c) Shopping in town.
(d) Sick in the hospital.

4. How does the maid greet Tambu when she arrives at the house?
(a) Rudely.
(b) Animatedly.
(c) Warmly.
(d) She does not greet Tambu.

5. When Nhamo returns from school, which of the following animals is Tambu sent to slaughter for dinner?
(a) Phesant.
(b) Pig.
(c) Goat.
(d) Rooster.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long after being diagnosed with his disease did Nhamo die?

2. Who curls up next to Nyasha on the night of the fight, sleeping with their arms wrapped around her?

3. Which of the following activities has Babamukuru forbidden while he is visiting?

4. When thinking about her education, what does Nyasha wish?

5. Who does Babamukuru claim should take Nhamo's place at the parochial school?

(see the answer key)

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