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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 22-24.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Kotshi feel about war?
(a) He is eager to fight.
(b) He thinks it costs too much money.
(c) He thinks it is always a bad idea.
(d) He loves the politics behind war.

2. Why is Ali angry when his father discusses legends with the boatman in Chapter 22?
(a) The war is more important.
(b) He is rambling.
(c) Legends are dead.
(d) Asia has fallen.

3. According to Ali's uncle in Chapter 24, what "lightens the world"?
(a) Persian air.
(b) Persian oil.
(c) Persian women.
(d) Persian art.

4. What do the Kipianis want Nino to do before marrying Ali?
(a) Finish school.
(b) Take a vacation.
(c) Find a job.
(d) Reconsider his offer.

5. How long does Ali visit with Nino's family in Tiflis?
(a) A week.
(b) A month.
(c) Two days.
(d) Two months.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does the eunuch at the Shimran harem feel about Ali's relationship with Nino?

2. Why are bodies buried in Kerbela?

3. Why does Nachararyan decide to befriend Nino's father?

4. How does Ali get a seat on the train in Chapter 8?

5. Why can't Nino go out on the streets in Shimran?

(see the answer key)

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