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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. How does the alley learn of Salim Alwan's lunch and its powers?
(a) Sheikh Darwish tells everyone.
(b) Husniaya tries it on her husband.
(c) Salim Alwan's wife complains to everyone.
(d) Salim Alwan tells everyone.

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

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What trick does Abbas play on Uncle Kamil?

2. Why does Mrs. Kirsha hesitate to confront Kirsha about his erotic adventures?

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

4. What tragedies have befallen Radwan Hussain?

5. Why do the residents of the alley think they've been suffering during the war?

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