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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Chapter 14," how do the villagers feel about independence?
(a) That they will now become rich.
(b) That they can now rebuild their village.
(c) That it is a positive change.
(d) That it is a mistake.

2. In "Chapter 13," what group of people tries to convince Mugo to speak at the celebration?
(a) Women.
(b) Former government workers.
(c) Children.
(d) The military.

3. What year is it when Kenya becomes independent?
(a) 1964.
(b) 1965.
(c) 1963.
(d) 1962.

4. Why does Mumbi send a note to Karanja telling him not to come to the celebration?
(a) She fears he will be killed.
(b) She doesn't want him to see Gikonyo.
(c) She doesn't agree with the celebration.
(d) She wants to trap him so he'll be arrested.

5. At the end of "Chapter 10," what does Mugo say?
(a) That he wants to lead the Movement.
(b) That he won't be in the celebration.
(c) That he believes Mumbi's story.
(d) That he is sorry for the pain he caused.

6. What does Mumbi tell Mugo about Karanja joining the government in "Chapter 10"?
(a) They protected Mumbi most.
(b) They promoted him quickly.
(c) They made the villagers dig trenches.
(d) They gave the villagers money.

7. How does Githua say he lost his leg?
(a) From illness.
(b) From being shot.
(c) From working too hard.
(d) From a car accident.

8. In "Chapter 10," how is General R.'s time as a freedom fighter described?
(a) Fierce.
(b) Angry.
(c) Troublesome.
(d) Short.

9. Why does Warui go with Gikonyo to see Mugo in "Chapter 12"?
(a) To eat dinner with him.
(b) To ask for money.
(c) To discuss the concentration camp.
(d) To ask about his speech.

10. How does Gikonyo try to hold onto his marriage while in the concentration camp?
(a) He writes Mumbi letters.
(b) He draws pictures of Mumbi.
(c) He plans a stool he will make for Mumbi.
(d) He tells the other prisoners about Mumbi.

11. What does Gikonyo try to do to Mumbi after running into Karanja at the market in "Chapter 7"?
(a) He tries to kill her.
(b) He tries to throw her out of the house.
(c) He tries to forgive her.
(d) He tries to rob her.

12. How does Gikonyo feel about Mumbi when he wakes in "Chapter 8"?
(a) He is angry with her.
(b) He feels sorry for her.
(c) He is worried about her.
(d) He is still in love with her.

13. What event cheers up the independence ceremony in "Chapter 14"?
(a) A concert.
(b) A race.
(c) A bonfire.
(d) A cooking contest.

14. What happens to Gikonyo because of his fall in "Chapter 14"?
(a) He breaks his arm.
(b) Nothing.
(c) He cuts his leg.
(d) He loses a bet.

15. How does Karanja treat Gikonyo after he is released from the concentration camp?
(a) He tries to start a fight with Gikonyo.
(b) He avoids Gikonyo on the street.
(c) He treats Gikonyo like a brother.
(d) He acts like he doesn't know Gikonyo.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Mugo arrive to the independence celebration late?

2. What does Gikonyo do to avoid Mumbi and her child in "Chapter 8"?

3. In "Chapter 14," why does Mumbi tell anyone about Mugo's confession?

4. Why does Mumbi say she had to rebuild her house?

5. Why does Mugo feel he should have been left alone after Robson's death?

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