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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8: "Fall 2010".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What word from Chapter 2 refers to Afghan nomads primarily from the Ghilji tribal confederacy?
(a) Iridis.
(b) Sultanas.
(c) Kuchis.
(d) Qaratas.

2. What hospital are Idris and Timur visiting in Chapter 5?
(a) CURE International Hospital.
(b) French Medical Institute for Chilren.
(c) Wazir Akbar Khan Hospital.
(d) Lashkaragah Hospital.

3. Why does the narrator tell his children they will need their sleep tonight in Chapter 1?
(a) He and his daughter are traveling the next day.
(b) Saboor is getting married the next day.
(c) His son is going to be sold the next day.
(d) His daughter is getting sold the next day.

4. What did Gholam acquire from a boy in town along with Adel's jersey in Chapter 7?
(a) A new suit.
(b) A new jacket.
(c) A new hat.
(d) A pair of sneakers.

5. For how long had a drought plagued the people of Baba Ayub's village, according to the storyteller in Chapter 1?
(a) Ten years.
(b) Two years.
(c) Eight years.
(d) Six years.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Amra's last name?

2. What was notable about Qais' eyes, according to the storyteller in Chapter 1?

3. By whom was Adel's father shot twice in battle?

4. How many children did Baba Ayub have?

5. Where does the narrator describe children throwing rocks at Pari's dog in Chapter 2?

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