The Old Drift Quiz

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

What are Digit-All Beads? (from Part 4: The Children)

These are tracking devices which the government forces upon every citizen in order to track each person and forcibly inject them with an HIV vaccine.

Digit-All Beads are digital chips implanted into the hand which operate as small holographic screens; these are automatically connected to the Internet and provide functionality similar to a smartphone.

These are digital beads worn on bracelets or necklaces which operate as miniature wi-fi routers.

These are miniature light sources, like a small flashlight, implanted in the finger to preserve energy and provide light during power cuts.

2.

How does Sylvia feel about Loveness? (from Part 3: The Mothers)

Sylvia thinks of Loveness as an older sister who guides her through the world of sex work.

Sylvia is attracted to her and their friendship is characterized by flirtation, although they never become lovers.

Sylvia looks down on Loveness for being of a lower class than Sylvia’s aunt Cookie.

Sylvia is jealous of Loveness’ beauty.

3.

How do the reporters feel about the Zambian space programme led by Nkoloso? (from Part 2: The Grandmothers)

They are impressed.

They feel threatened by the effectiveness of the programme.

They are confused.

They are skeptical and condescending.

4.

What is Lee’s main goal in visiting Hi-Fly Haircuttery & Designs Ltd.? (from Part 3: The Mothers)

He wants to take blood and saliva samples from the workers there in his search for an HIV vaccine.

He wants to expose the salon as a front for sex work.

He wants to show his son Joseph a different side of Lusaka.

He wants to have sex with Sylvia.

5.

Why does Joseph feel disconnected from his immediate family? (from Part 4: The Children)

His grandparents prefer his younger brother to him.

He is the only one who does not have HIV.

He is generally ignored by his whole family, who all love each other.

After his father’s death, he is kicked out of the house.

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