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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Karanja, Mugo, Warui, Wambui, and Harambee.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Gikonyo impress Mumbi before they are married?
(a) By carrying her bags.
(b) By fixing her father's fence.
(c) By writing her a letter.
(d) By playing the guitar.

2. What does Gikonyo do differently about his business in "Chapter 6"?
(a) He works faster.
(b) He demands payment.
(c) He only accepts a few jobs.
(d) He hires an assistant.

3. At the end of "Chapter 12," what happens when Gikonyo goes home?
(a) The hut is on fire.
(b) Mumbi has left.
(c) Mumbi apologizes.
(d) The police are there.

4. What is uhuru?
(a) The right to vote.
(b) Government.
(c) Independence.
(d) Traditions.

5. Why does Mugo feel he should have been left alone after Robson's death?
(a) Because he hurt no one.
(b) Because he didn't know anything about his death.
(c) Because he didn't know the man.
(d) Because he disagreed with the Movement.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the end of "Chapter 10," what does Mugo say?

2. How does Mugo feel after General R. visits him in "Chapter 3"?

3. In "Chapter 10," what does General R. call Githua?

4. In "Chapter 1," how many women come to visit Mugo at his house?

5. How does Mwaura react in "Chapter 10" when he learns Thompson is leaving?

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