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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Magical and Medical Practices and Conclusion.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In which kind of magic must the man drink a magic potion?
(a) In obtaining the love of his son.
(b) In obtaining the love of many.
(c) In obtaining the love of God.
(d) In obtaining the love of his sweetheart.

2. A man who owns a hut is referred to as __________.
(a) A father.
(b) A wealthy man.
(c) An elder.
(d) A married man.

3. When is a Gikuyu man initiated into the religious and sacrificial council?
(a) When three of his sons become warriors.
(b) When his wife is past child-bearing age.
(c) When two of his daughters marry.
(d) When he becomes an elder.

4. What is the Gikuyu name for millet?
(a) Njahe.
(b) Njogo.
(c) Marira.
(d) Mwere.

5. Why did the Gikuyu men get their wives pregnant all at the same time?
(a) To force a change to a patriarchal society.
(b) To prove their virility.
(c) To follow an old tribal custom.
(d) To build up the numbers of tribe members.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is hypnotizing magic used?

2. How long is a Gikuyu warrior's spear?

3. What is done the day before the circumcision operation?

4. How do the Gikuyu children gain physical strength?

5. How long does it take to build a Gikuyu hut?

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