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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Nhamo feel about the walk from school to his home?
(a) He is terrified of the walk.
(b) He enjoys the walk.
(c) He is confused by the walk.
(d) He hates the walk.

2. Which of the following characters does Tambu describe as "intangible"?
(a) Maiguru.
(b) Babamukuru.
(c) Nyasha.
(d) Anna.

3. What has Babamukuru taken away from Nyasha, causing an uproar at the dinner table?
(a) Her dessert.
(b) Her diary.
(c) Her telephone.
(d) Her book.

4. What does Nyasha believe that her parents feel for her?
(a) Guilt.
(b) Sorrow.
(c) Anger.
(d) Apathy.

5. What part about her uncle makes Tambu the most uncomfortable?
(a) His appearance.
(b) His wealth.
(c) His attitude.
(d) His religion.

Short Answer Questions

1. What part about Babamukuru's eating habits worries Tambu?

2. Which of the following characters makes a long speech after dinner, formally welcoming Tambu into the family?

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

4. What is Tambu told she cannot attend school when she turns of age?

5. What hopes does Tambu have when Nyasha first arrives at the home?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happens when Tambu is in town with Mr. Matimbo?

2. How does Tambu react to her sleeping arrangements at Babamukuru's house?

3. How is Babamukuru treated by the village when he returns?

4. How does Tambu react to Babamukuru's arrival in the village?

5. What strategies does Tambu employ to keep her mind on her studies?

6. How does Tambu's father react to the news that there isn't enough money for both of his children to attend school?

7. How is the ice between Tambu and Nyasha finally broken, and what do they discuss during their first conversation?

8. Why does Tambu have a difficult time bonding with Nyasha?

9. What do the village children eat at the dinner party honoring Babamukuru?

10. How did Nhamo react to Babamukuru's home and how did his reaction affect Tambu when she arrives at the home?

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