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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Umm Saad.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who procures shelter for the family in "The Land of Sad Oranges"?
(a) The mother.
(b) The uncle.
(c) The father.
(d) The aunt.

2. In "A Hand in the Grave," why does the father feel the way he does?
(a) Because of his son's looks.
(b) Because he feels that way about everyone.
(c) Because of his son's position in medical school.
(d) Because of his son's personality.

3. What does Umm Saad debate about doing for her son?
(a) Visiting him.
(b) Disowning him.
(c) Sending him money.
(d) Sending him food.

4. How much does Marwan have to pay to go to Kuwait, according to Abul Khaizarun's price?
(a) Nothing.
(b) Five dinars.
(c) Ten dinars.
(d) Fifteen dinars.

5. What has Umm Saad's son done?
(a) He got arrested.
(b) He has joined the fedayeen.
(c) He got kicked out of school.
(d) He got fired.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "A Hand in the Grave," who offers to give up the scheme?

2. In "The Land of Sad Oranges," where do the men stop on the way out of the town?

3. What did Marwan's brother do after he married?

4. What does the father respond to his daughter's offer in "A Hand in the Grave"?

5. Why does the guide tell Assad he will not run away?

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