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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 17 | Chapter 18.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the muvuki use to diagnose the problem?
(a) Hakata sticks.
(b) Hokoto leaves.
(c) Hikiti water.
(d) Hukutu oil.

2. How does Nhamo feel when she is in the boat on her first day?
(a) Confused.
(b) Excited.
(c) Scared.
(d) Alone.

3. Where does Kufa take the family after the cholera epidemic?
(a) The burial grounds.
(b) The great falls.
(c) The cleanser.
(d) The trading post.

4. What was wrong with Masvita after the cholera epidemic?
(a) She was weak and listless.
(b) She lost some of her hair.
(c) Her monthly bleeding stopped.
(d) She had strange scars on her back.

5. Where does Nhamo sleep while on the big island?
(a) A hollowed out tree.
(b) The boat.
(c) In a cave.
(d) On the lake shore.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is a zango?

2. What does Chipo say the spirit demands in payment?

3. What does Nhamo take her grandmother to see when they reach their destination?

4. What kind of animal causes Nhamo to take a break from her boating?

5. What does Nhamo hear as she is leaving the small island?

(see the answer key)

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