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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 2 and 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does "Mr. B" do for a living?
(a) He mends fences.
(b) He teaches astronomy.
(c) He sells books.
(d) He is a merchant of jewelry.

2. What does Bukola do to get her way with her father?
(a) She sits on the ground and won't budge.
(b) She punches him on his arm.
(c) She cries.
(d) She fakes trances.

3. What accident does Wole suffer on his birthday in Chapter 2?
(a) His foot is broken when it is run over by an automobile tire.
(b) He nearly drowns during his beachside party.
(c) He gets into a fight and receives two black eyes.
(d) While playing see-saw, Wole falls and hurts his head.

4. What is a "saara?"
(a) A tree with sweet-tasting sap.
(b) A blanket used in the winter months.
(c) A gathering of both boy and girl students.
(d) A feast given as an offering to spirits.

5. In Chapter 3, how does Wole manage to get back home to Ake?
(a) He is taken on the handlebars of a bike.
(b) He is taken by boat.
(c) He is carried in the arms of a police officer.
(d) He is taken by train.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 1, what punishment is given to young Wild Christian and Sanya for trespassing into the woods?

2. Who is "Tinu?"

3. Why does Wole believe Mr. B spends so much time at Wole's family's house?

4. Who lives in BishopsCourt?

5. What is an "abiku?"

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