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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 10-14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Sheik Darwish always welcome?
(a) He is lively and intelligent.
(b) He is wealthy and generous.
(c) He is garrulous and entertaining.
(d) His presence is a good sign.

2. What does Radwan Hussainy pray for when he learns of Mrs. Kirsha's trouble?
(a) Radwan Hussainy prays that he will be able to help.
(b) Radwan Hussainy prays that Mrs. Kirsha will forgive her husband.
(c) Radwan Hussainy prays that Kirsha will overcome his weakness.
(d) Radwan Hussainy prays that his own soul will be free of wickness.

3. Why does Uncle Kamil say he can never marry?
(a) He is mourning the death of his first wife.
(b) His enormous belly is a fortress.
(c) He just hasn't met the right girl.
(d) He is not attracted to women.

4. What does Mrs. Afify want from Umm Hamida?
(a) More rent.
(b) A husband.
(c) Fortunetelling.
(d) A love potion.

5. What effect has personal sorrow had on Radwan Hussainy?
(a) It has made him sorrowful and despairing.
(b) It has made him loving and patient.
(c) It has made him cruel and unforgiving.
(d) It has made him pessimistic and fearful.

Short Answer Questions

1. What trick does Abbas play on Uncle Kamil?

2. Why is Uncle Kamil unafraid of dying?

3. What relation is Mrs. Kirsha to Hamida?

4. Why does Kirsha openly invite the boy to the cafe in front of everyone?

5. Why does Hamida fear marriage?

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