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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Hamida feel about Abbas?
(a) Hamida neither likes nor dislikes Abbas.
(b) Hamida secretly loves Abbas.
(c) Hamida secretly hates Abbas.
(d) Hamida is secretly delighted with his attention.

2. Why does Abbas say that Uncle Kamil is completely without profit for him?
(a) Uncle Kamil never pays his bills.
(b) Uncle Kamil doesn't pay his share of the rent.
(c) Uncle Kamil has no hair to cut.
(d) Uncle Kamil takes more than his half of the food they share.

3. How long will Abbas be in the service of the British army?
(a) Five years.
(b) At least six months.
(c) A year or two.
(d) Less than a year.

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

5. Where does Sheik Darwish live?
(a) He rents a room from Radwan Hussainy.
(b) He is homeless.
(c) He rents a room fro Kirsha.
(d) He lives in the cafe.

Short Answer Questions

1. How do the residents of the alley believe women should be treated?

2. Why does Hamida accept attention from Abbas?

3. Who is the only person in constant motion in the cafe?

4. What tragedies have befallen Radwan Hussain?

5. How many children does Mrs. Kirsha have?

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