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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through System of Education, Initiation of Boys and Girls and Sex Life among Yong People.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many sheep or goats equal the value of one cow?
(a) Seven.
(b) Eight.
(c) Six.
(d) Ten.

2. As a member of the warrior class, with what other tribe's warfare methods did Kenyatta become acquainted?
(a) The Tigoni.
(b) The Masai.
(c) The Mogani.
(d) The Mau Mau.

3. What qualities does Mr. Kenyatta display which are rare among students of social science?
(a) Intelligence and humility.
(b) Curiosity and persistence.
(c) Bravery and diligence.
(d) Outspokenness and honesty.

4. What is the study of the German people by German scholars called?
(a) Volkskunde.
(b) Studium des deutchen Volkes.
(c) Taegliches Leben des deutschen Volkes.
(d) Deutsche Gechichte.

5. What kind of games do the young Gikuyu play?
(a) Climbing trees.
(b) Hide and Go Seek.
(c) Singing songs.
(d) Pretend fighting and house.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do the Gikuyu call their grandmother?

2. What can't a man get without sheep and goats?

3. How do the Gikuyu children gain physical strength?

4. What food is used to feed women after childbirth?

5. When is the piercing of the child's lobe done?

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