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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 41-47.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who had supposedly overseen the burial of Fariba's sons, according to the messenger that relates their death?
(a) Ahmad Shah Massoud.
(b) Queen Gauhar Shad.
(c) Habib Khan.
(d) Mullah Faizullah.

2. What do Mariam and Laila bury in order to hide it from the Taliban in Chapter 40?
(a) A dead dog.
(b) A television.
(c) A wedding ring.
(d) A radio.

3. When does Chapter 39 begin?
(a) September, 1997.
(b) April, 1992.
(c) January, 1994.
(d) September, 1996.

4. What does Laila ask Mariam to do in the end of Chapter 35?
(a) To run away with her.
(b) To kill her.
(c) To adopt her baby.
(d) To kill Rasheed.

5. What word in the book refers to the five daily prayers undertaken by Muslims?
(a) Namaz.
(b) Karteh Seh.
(c) Gul Daman.
(d) Serkah Pulao.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where has Tariq's family gone to visit his paternal uncle in Chapter 16?

2. Who does Tariq say sent out inquiries and told him of the death of Tariq's mother while they were in prison in Chapter 44?

3. Who is the 18-year-old boy that Giti has become enamored with in Chapter 23?

4. What gift does Tariq give to Laila in a paper bag during his visit in Chapter 44?

5. How many legitimate wives does Jalil have when Mariam is a child?

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