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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 6-9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many children does Salim Alwan have?
(a) Five.
(b) Four.
(c) Three.
(d) Seven.

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

3. How does the boy respond to Kirsha's invitation to come to his cafe?
(a) "Only a fool refuses generosity!"
(b) "If you want to eat, you must tire yourself out."
(c) "A good jug pours forth good water."
(d) "May God forgive your evil thoughts!"

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

5. Why do people in the alley avoid Zaita?
(a) His offensive profession.
(b) His thieving nature.
(c) His unfriendly attitude.
(d) His offensive odor.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Salim Alwan eat for lunch each day?

2. What does Hamida believe is the key to the entire world?

3. Why does Abbas say that Uncle Kamil is completely without profit for him?

4. What does Salim Alwan want from Hamida?

5. Was is Radwan Hussainy an unusual landlord?

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