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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why can't Nino go out on the streets in Shimran?
(a) She doesn't wear a veil.
(b) She has too much work to do.
(c) She is pregnant.
(d) She looks like a thief

2. What does Ali say about the veil when discussing marriage with Nino's father?
(a) He says it's none of anyone's business what he thinks.
(b) He says he supports it.
(c) He says he doesn't care either way.
(d) He says he renounces it.

3. In Chapter 7, what does Ali fear has corrupted Nino?
(a) Not wearing a veil.
(b) Reading books.
(c) Traveling to Russia.
(d) Listening to music.

4. After disappointing many people with his feelings about the war, what does Ali look to for inspiration?
(a) The sea.
(b) The mountains.
(c) The desert.
(d) The trees.

5. Who takes Ali to a sulfur bath in Tiflis?
(a) Cousins.
(b) Nino's father.
(c) Nino.
(d) Uncles.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do Ali and Nino have to pass through to get to Shimran?

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

3. Why is Ali angry when his father discusses legends with the boatman in Chapter 22?

4. What is the second wish Ali asks of his father?

5. Why can't Nino attend the reception for Safar Khan in Shimran?

(see the answer key)

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