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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 15-18.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why was Zaita happy as a child?
(a) He played at a swimming hole.
(b) His family took him to a summer resort.
(c) The muddy sidewalk was a summer resort for him.
(d) His family had a comfortable home in those days.

2. Why does Hamida fear marriage?
(a) Hamida loves clothes and hates children.
(b) Hamida is afraid she cannot be a worthy wife.
(c) Hamida loves children and hates clothes.
(d) Hamidais afraid she won't have children.

3. 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) Citizens of the alley will object.
(c) Hamida is too difficult and contrary.
(d) Salim Alwan is too old.

4. Why were Zaita's parents happy when he was born?
(a) His laughter delighted them.
(b) They no longer had to rent a baby to beg with.
(c) His beauty delighted them.
(d) They were proud to have a son.

5. Why does Salim Alwan avoid a political career?
(a) He does not like politics.
(b) He has never been invited to participate in politics.
(c) He does not understand politics.
(d) He makes more money in commerce.

Short Answer Questions

1. What stops the engagement of Salim Alwan to Hamida?

2. What does Salim Alwan's lunch do for him?

3. Why is Kirsha poor?

4. What does Hamida believe is everything in life?

5. How much older is Mrs. Afify than her prospective husband?

(see the answer key)

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