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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did Robin desire after making his fortune?
(a) To do nothing.
(b) To go to Australia.
(c) To travel around the world.
(d) To go on safari.

2. What birds did Crawford and Elspeth observe doing a mating ritual?
(a) Eagle.
(b) Whydah.
(c) Ostrich.
(d) Dove.

3. What instrument were the Palmers bringing to Africa?
(a) A harpsichord.
(b) A cello.
(c) A piano.
(d) A harp.

4. What kind of chickens did Tilly bring from England?
(a) Rhode Island Reds.
(b) Bantams.
(c) Speckled Sussex.
(d) Speckled Essex.

5. What country did Mrs. Palmer like the best?
(a) Iceland.
(b) Norway.
(c) Sweden.
(d) Finland.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How long did Sammy stay at Fort Hall?

3. What color are Elspeth Huxley's eyes?

4. What did Robin agree to pay for the work?

5. Why did Njombo object to the house plans for the Huxleys?

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