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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 15 and 16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. By the age of 10, Ayaan had lived in how many different countries with governments she does not believe were successful?
(a) 2.
(b) 5.
(c) 8.
(d) 3.

2. In Chapter 11, "A Trial by the Elders," Ayaan received a letter from her father requesting money for what?
(a) A house.
(b) A car.
(c) A plane ticket.
(d) Eye surgery.

3. Ayaan shared the secret of her marriage to a cousin with only whom in Chapter 7, "Disillusion and Deceit"?
(a) Asha Artan.
(b) Ayeeyo.
(c) Haweya Magen.
(d) Hirsi Magen Isse.

4. The film made by Ayaan and Theo van Gogh used what to imply that the religion subjected women to unbearable oppression?
(a) Children's stories.
(b) Quotes from religious leaders.
(c) Verses from the Quran.
(d) Quotes from politicians.

5. In August of what year did Ayaan officially become a Dutch citizen?
(a) 2003.
(b) 2000.
(c) 1995.
(d) 1997.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who assassinated Theo van Gogh?

2. Where did Ayaan study at college in Holland?

3. When did Ayaan's father contact her to speak about faith and encourage her return to Islam in Chapter 16, "Politics"?

4. It was January of what year when Haweya came to stay with Ayaan in Chapter 12, "Haweya"?

5. What is the capital of Somalia?

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