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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 29-32.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Umm Hamida object to Salim Alwan's desire to marry Hamida?
(a) Umm Hamida and Hamida are not of Salim Alwan's class.
(b) Salim Alwan is too old.
(c) Citizens of the alley will object.
(d) Hamida is too difficult and contrary.

2. What does Kirsha believe is replacing public recitations?
(a) Individual memorization.
(b) Musical performers.
(c) Television.
(d) The radio.

3. What does Kirsha blame himself for his wife's behavior?
(a) Kirsha should have educated his wife.
(b) Kirsha should have left his wife.
(c) Kirsha should have beaten his wife.
(d) Kirsha should have been kinder to his wife.

4. Why is Hussain Kirsha laid off by the British?
(a) His work was inadequate.
(b) They doubt his loyalty.
(c) They are leaving Egypt.
(d) They believe the war will end soon.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the first thing Ibrahim Faraj makes Hamida change?

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

3. Why does Uncle Kamil say he can never marry?

4. Why does Susu say it is an advantage that Hamida has never danced before?

5. What does Hussain Kirsha say is the worst thing about his present situation?

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