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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 Zaita help the strong man to become an efficient beggar?
(a) He disfigures his face.
(b) He blinds him.
(c) He amputates an arm.
(d) He teaches him to behave like an imbecile.

2. How does Salim Alwan deal with his family?
(a) He is critical and demeaning.
(b) He is kind and generous.
(c) He is cruel and demanding.
(d) He is distant and uninvolved.

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

4. Why does Hamida envy Jewish girls?
(a) They have boyfriends.
(b) They have jobs.
(c) They have nice clothes.
(d) They have automobiles.

5. How do the residents of the alley believe women should be treated?
(a) Like queens.
(b) Like children.
(c) Like harlots.
(d) Like goddesses.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why do patients accept Dr. Booshy's painful cures?

2. How does Hamida deal with moral issues?

3. What do his jealous friends call Hussain Kirsha?

4. Where does Sheik Darwish live?

5. How does the alley learn of Salim Alwan's lunch and its powers?

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