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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Chapter 14," why does Mumbi tell anyone about Mugo's confession?
(a) She doesn't want to hurt anyone.
(b) She promised not to tell.
(c) She is afraid of Mugo.
(d) She thinks Mugo is lying.

2. In "Chapter 12," what does Mugo remember about the trench?
(a) When he was arrested.
(b) When Mumbi gave birth.
(c) When Kihika gave a speech.
(d) When Gikonyo was arrested.

3. Why does Mumbi say she had to rebuild her house?
(a) Because the materials were stolen.
(b) Because a storm destroyed the house.
(c) Because she thought it was ugly.
(d) Because the village was burned.

4. What does Gikonyo first think of when he wakes in "Chapter 8"?
(a) To never speak of the child.
(b) To find Mugo to ask for advice.
(c) To leave home for good.
(d) To beg for forgiveness.

5. Why do people whisper about Mugo in "Chapter 13"?
(a) They fear he won't speak.
(b) They are afraid of him.
(c) They heard he is leaving Kenya.
(d) They think he is great.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "Chapter 10," why does the narrator say Karanja didn't think he could be overthrown?

2. What does Gikonyo try to do to Mumbi after running into Karanja at the market in "Chapter 7"?

3. How does Thomspon change the camp where he works in "Chapter 9"?

4. What does the narrator say happened the day Kenyetta was arrested?

5. In "Chapter 12," how do Gikonyo's co-investors plan on finding enough money for the farm?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why do Gikonyo and Mumbi argue in "Chapter 12"?

2. What happens when Mumbi meets with Mugo in "Chapter 13"?

3. In "Chapter 8," how does Gikonyo decide to solve his marital problems with Mumbi?

4. Why does Gikonyo meet Warui in "Chapter 12"?

5. What is Mwaura's relationship with General R. in "Chapter 10"?

6. In "Chapter 13," what worries Mumbi about the coming celebration?

7. What happens after Karanja learns that Thompson is leaving?

8. What does Mugo say happened when he turned in Kihika?

9. How does Mumbi explain to Mugo about her affair with Karanja?

10. How does Karanja feel about his life in "Chapter 14"?

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