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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 7, who is the first to speak up after Mukiraai's speech?

2. In Chapter 11, where are the American banks from that are established in Ilmorog?

3. In Chapter 12, what is Wariinga wearing?

4. At the end of Chapter 11, what does Gatuiria say is a free bed given by God?

5. What do the men wear in Chapter 12 at Gatuiria's parents' home?

Short Essay Questions

1. In Chapter 9, what is the procession that Wariinga and Gatuiria see?

2. In Chapter 9, how does it end at the cave?

3. In Chapter 10, what is Wariinga doing for a living and for herself?

4. In Chapter 8, what is Kimeendeeri's plan to persuade workers to allow him to enslave them and eat their flesh?

5. In Chapter 6, what does Wariinga learn about the person who thwarted her suicide attempts?

6. In Chapter 9, how do the thieves and robbers flee the cave?

7. Why is Gatuiria ashamed of the party and invitations his parents are sending out to welcome his fiancee?

8. In Chapter 8, what happens to Wangari?

9. What happens when Wariinga meets the Rich Old Man in Chapter 12?

10. In Chapter 10, where does Wariinga live?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

At the Devil’s feast, the master of ceremonies tells a parable. What parable does the master of ceremonies tell? What does the parable reveal about greed and exploitation?

Essay Topic 2

Gatuiria has separated himself from his family, because he does not believe in the way his father has attained his wealth. Why does Gatuiria separate himself from his family, especially his father? What does his character reveal about self-reliance and independence?

Essay Topic 3

What nightmare does Wariinga frequently have, and what does it symbolize?

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