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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Mugo remember farming in "Chapter 8"?

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

3. In "Chapter 12," what does Mugo see in the trench?

4. What does Warui say is the disappointment of his life?

5. In "Chapter 13," what group of people tries to convince Mugo to speak at the celebration?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. What does Mugo do at the independence celebration?

3. Why does Koina say he killed Dr. Lynd's dog?

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

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

6. What happens when Gikonyo meets Karanja on the street in "Chapter 7"?

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

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

9. How does Mr. Thompson feel at his going away party?

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Analyze the theme of equality in "A Grain of Wheat."

Essay Topic 2

How is Mugo a hero?

Essay Topic 3

Analyze the theme of peace in this novel.

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