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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 Gikonyo slap Mumbi in "Chapter 12"?

2. What does Mugo remember Thompson doing when he turned in Kihika?

3. What does Karanja think about the note Mumbi writes him?

4. Why does Warui go with Gikonyo to see Mugo in "Chapter 12"?

5. In "Chapter 10," how many people does Mumbi say died in the trenches?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. Who is Gato?

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

4. What does Mugo do at the independence celebration?

5. What happens when Gikonyo and Warui visit Mugo in "Chapter 12"?

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

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

8. What is the independence celebration like?

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

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Analyze the theme of loneliness in "A Grain of Wheat,"

Essay Topic 2

Analyze the celebration of independence in "A Grain of Wheat." Explore the symbolism of the events as well as what message is delivered about independence.

Essay Topic 3

Analyze the symbolism of land, especially farmland.

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