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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters Nine and Ten.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Tambu have a difficult time bonding with Nyasha?
(a) Because of their age difference.
(b) Because of their language barrier.
(c) Because of their economic statuses.
(d) Because their families have forbidden their friendship.

2. What is the name of Tambu's youngest brother?
(a) Odambudz.
(b) Budzodam.
(c) Dambudzo.
(d) Zodambud.

3. How does Babamukuru arrive at the village when he comes to visit?
(a) By carriage.
(b) By car.
(c) By helicopter.
(d) On foot.

4. When Ma'Shingayi gives birth, what does she have?
(a) A son.
(b) Twin sons.
(c) A daughter.
(d) Twins -- one boy and one girl.

5. For which holiday does the city host a dance for the school-age children?
(a) Kwanza.
(b) Thanksgiving.
(c) Christmas.
(d) New Year's.

Short Answer Questions

1. If Nhamo could have spent his days in one location, which of the following would he have chosen?

2. During what decade is Tambu's story told?

3. What surprises Tambu about the latrine at the homestead?

4. How long does Nyasha sleep when she's getting a good night's sleep?

5. How many people arrive at the homestead to celebrate Babamukuru's arrival?

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