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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 6, The Day of the False King.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After Nefernefernefer gets Sinuhe's property, what does she want from him next?
(a) The bar he owns.
(b) His undying devotion.
(c) His father's property.
(d) His slave.

2. How do the Syrian wives dress?
(a) Brightly colored fabrics.
(b) They always wear decorative hats.
(c) Very little clothing.
(d) They are covered from head to foot.

3. What does everyone know about the opening of the pharaoh's skull?
(a) That the pharaoh's brain must be studied.
(b) That is ensures the pharaoh's place in the heavens.
(c) That no pharaoh has ever lived after the opening of the skull.
(d) That the pharaoh will live.

4. After the battle with Khabiri, how does Horemheb reward his men?
(a) With poems written by the pharaoh.
(b) With the cross of life.
(c) With chains and bracelets and promotions.
(d) With cash.

5. Who is Horemheb in love with?
(a) Kipa.
(b) Queen Taia.
(c) Nefertiti.
(d) Baketamon.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Sinuhe finds his old friend Thothmes, what is he doing for a living?

2. What is Sinuhe's favorite toy as a child?

3. Who is chosen as the king for the Day of the False King?

4. What is on the roof at the inn where Sinuhe stays in Babylon?

5. How many men and boys are in Sinuhe's class at the House of Life?

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