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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters Eleven through Fifteen.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was Elspeth eating in a "funny" way at Mrs. Nimmo's the day after the party?
(a) Pancakes.
(b) Waffles.
(c) Scrambled eggs.
(d) Poached eggs.

2. What did Lettice do during thunderstorms?
(a) Prayed.
(b) Hid in a cupboard or under bedclothes.
(c) Went outside because she enjoyed them.
(d) Retreated to the cellar.

3. What did Tilly knit for Randall?
(a) Hat.
(b) Sweater.
(c) Socks.
(d) Scarf.

4. What finally convinced Kupanya to "lift the curse"?
(a) He was afraid of the District Commissioner.
(b) The thunderstorm convinced him God was upset.
(c) He thought his leadership position would be taken away.
(d) He was afraid of the European settlers.

5. Why did Mr. Roos kick Sammy?
(a) Sammy stole money.
(b) Sammy went home.
(c) Sammy ignored an order.
(d) Sammy yelled at Mr. Roos.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of chickens did Tilly bring from England?

2. What creatures emerged after the rains?

3. Who did the District Commissioner appoint as village "chief"?

4. Who had once killed a lion at the meeting place of the two rivers?

5. Why were the Orams leaving Ruiri?

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