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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. Why does Mumbi say Karanja was welcomed into her home while Gikonyo was in the camp?
(a) He dug her trench.
(b) He brought new materials.
(c) He offered protection.
(d) He brought food.

2. In "Chapter 10," how many people does Mumbi say died in the trenches?
(a) 19.
(b) 17.
(c) 21.
(d) 23.

3. Why does Mugo remember farming in "Chapter 8"?
(a) Because he is planning his future.
(b) Because it was the height of his life.
(c) Because he knows it makes money.
(d) Because it reminds him of Gikonyo.

4. What does Mugo do when Githua talks to him in "Chapter 8"?
(a) He offers him a ride home.
(b) He laughs at his story.
(c) He tells him to leave.
(d) He gives him money.

5. How long does it take for Gikonyo wake, after hitting his head in "Chapter 8"?
(a) Minutes.
(b) Hours.
(c) A week.
(d) Days.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How does Gikonyo try to hold onto his marriage while in the concentration camp?

3. What does Mugo do after Gikonyo leaves his house in "Chapter 8"?

4. What does Mumbi say she did after making love to Karanja?

5. What is unique about the camp in Rira?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Gikonyo feel after talking to Mugo about his problems in "Chapter 8"?

2. What does Githua talk to Mugo about in "Chapter 8"?

3. In "Chapter 10," how does Karanja describe losing his job as chief?

4. Who is Gato?

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

6. When Mugo sees the trench in "Chapter 12," what does he think about?

7. What does General R. say about Githua in "Chapter 9"?

8. What happens to Gikonyo the day he is released from the concentration camp?

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

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

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