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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 26-28.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What do Hussain Kirsha's modern friends have that he envies?
(a) Electricity.
(b) Wardrobes.
(c) Girlfriends.
(d) Steady employment.

2. How does Hamida blunder while the stranger is watching her?
(a) She lets him see that she is watching him.
(b) She runs from him.
(c) She speaks to him.
(d) She ignores him.

3. What gift has Abbas brought for Hamida?
(a) A silver necklace.
(b) A gold bracelet.
(c) A gold necklace.
(d) A diamond ring.

4. Why do the boys advise Uncle Kamil to put up a poster of Ibrahim Farhat, the candidate?
(a) Ibrahim Farhat is fond of sweets.
(b) If Farhat sees the poster, he will be all of Uncle Kamil's sweets.
(c) Uncle Kamil would be wise to take his side.
(d) Ibrahim Farhat is the best candidate.

5. How does the stranger delight Sanker?
(a) By giving Sanker large tips.
(b) By treating Sanker respectfully.
(c) By calling attention to Sanker's efficiency.
(d) By helping Sanker with his heavy work load.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Mrs. Afify react to the news of Dr. Booshy's capture?

2. How does the stranger irritate Kirsha?

3. What has Abbas learned while he has been away from the alley?

4. How does Radwan Hussainy advise Mrs. Kirsha to deal with her husband's weakness?

5. What endeavor do Dr. Booshy and Zaita share?

(see the answer key)

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