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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Sanker disrespect the old poet?
(a) He closes the door in his face.
(b) He ignores his order for coffee.
(c) He calls him names.
(d) He demands that he leave the restaurant.

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

3. What trick does Abbas play on Uncle Kamil?
(a) Abbas convinces Uncle Kamil that he has bought him a nice shroud.
(b) Abbas convinces Uncle Kamil that he will pay for his burial.
(c) Abbas convinces Uncle Kamil that he will never die.
(d) Abbas convinces Uncle Kamil that he will live much longer.

4. What does Salim Alwan's lunch do for him?
(a) It gives him unusual energy for work.
(b) It is an aphrodisiac.
(c) It helps him to nap.
(d) It makes him cheerful.

5. What does Salim Alwan's company sell?
(a) Rugs.
(b) Produce.
(c) Perfumes.
(d) Coffee.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Hamida envy Jewish girls?

2. Where does Sheik Darwish live?

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

4. How is Radwan Hussainy regarded by pious men like himself?

5. How does Hamida feel about Abbas?

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