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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. In what African country had Robin mined for metals?
(a) Congo.
(b) Mozambique.
(c) Kenya.
(d) South Africa.

2. What creatures did Crawford say were shy?
(a) Cobras.
(b) Doves.
(c) Eagles.
(d) Pythons.

3. Who was given the nickname Bad Hat?
(a) Tilly.
(b) Elspeth.
(c) Robin.
(d) Mr. Roos.

4. In what year was the Huxley family heading to Thika?
(a) 1909.
(b) 1913.
(c) 1910.
(d) 1915.

5. Why was Alec Wilson in Africa?
(a) He was seeking adventure.
(b) He was escaping his family life.
(c) His doctor told him to seek a dry and sunny climate.
(d) He was seeking his fortune.

Short Answer Questions

1. What color are Elspeth Huxley's eyes?

2. What had the missionaries and the Government convinced the Kikuyu to adopt?

3. How long was the journey from Nairobi to Thika?

4. What was Robin's primary goal in his travels?

5. What was the name of the Irishwoman known for her fearlessness?

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