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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 Kirsha defend his lustful conduct?
(a) "All men do many things that are dirty."
(b) "I am trying to save the boy from harm."
(c) "I can't help myself."
(d) "There is no evil in what I do."

2. Why is Uncle Kamil unafraid of dying?
(a) He wants to be reunited with his wife.
(b) He is in constant pain.
(c) His life is merely a prolonged sleep.
(d) He has led a sinless life.

3. How does Hamida deal with moral issues?
(a) Radwan Hussainy has taught Hamida morality.
(b) Hamida is instinctively moral.
(c) Umm Hamida has taught Hamida morality.
(d) Morals are no part of Hamida's nature.

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

5. What does Salim Alwan's company sell?
(a) Produce.
(b) Rugs.
(c) Coffee.
(d) Perfumes.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Why does Sheikh Darwish think Kirsha should love his wife?

3. Was is Radwan Hussainy an unusual landlord?

4. What does Kirsha blame himself for his wife's behavior?

5. Why do people in the alley avoid Zaita?

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