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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Tambu's mother sell her food items?
(a) The schools.
(b) The street market.
(c) The bus station.
(d) The boat dock.

2. How does Ma'Shingayi react when Babamukuru walks up her drive to tell her of Nhamo's death?
(a) She hugs him.
(b) She spits at him.
(c) She ignores him.
(d) She refuses to let him in.

3. Where does Tambu's mother work?
(a) In a garden.
(b) In an office.
(c) In a school.
(d) In a nursery.

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

5. In what order are Tambu's visiting relatives served at dinner?
(a) From wealthiest to richest.
(b) From most to least important.
(c) From oldest to youngest.
(d) From tallest to shortest.

Short Answer Questions

1. At what age does Babamukuru believe children should be sent to school?

2. Which of the following is Babamukuru's nickname within the village?

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

4. Which of the following facts is NOT true of Babamukuru's wife?

5. How does Tambu feel about Babamukuru's wife?

(see the answer key)

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