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

2. What is Mrs. Kirsha's personality when she visits Radwan Hussainy?
(a) Mrs. Kirsha is fearless and shameless.
(b) Mrs. Kirsha is fearful and ashamed.
(c) Mrs. Kirsha is shy and diffident.
(d) Mrs. Kirsha is hesitant and unsure of herself.

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

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

5. Why does Kirsha openly invite the boy to the cafe in front of everyone?
(a) He is actually trying to help the boy.
(b) They will not suspect him of wrongdoing.
(c) His intentions are innocent.
(d) Kirshha's vice is well known to them.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Zaita never refer to himself as "doctor?"

2. Who is the only person in constant motion in the cafe?

3. How does the alley learn of Salim Alwan's lunch and its powers?

4. Why does Umm Hamida consult Radwan Hussainy about Salim Alwan's offer?

5. Why is Umma Hamida pleased with Salim Alwan's offer?

(see the answer key)

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