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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Abbas say that falling in love has done for him?
(a) "It's made me content with the alley."
(b) "It's made a new person of me."
(c) "It's ruined my life."
(d) "It's brought me great happiness."

2. What does Salim Alwan want from Hamida?
(a) He wants her to be his second wife.
(b) He wants her to be mistress.
(c) He wants her to work in his business.
(d) He wants to adopt her.

3. What tragedies have befallen Radwan Hussain?
(a) Failed university exams and the death of his children.
(b) The death of his wife and his failed university exams.
(c) The death of his children and the loss of his friends.
(d) The loss of his fortune and the death of his wife.

4. How many children does Mrs. Kirsha have?
(a) Four.
(b) Six.
(c) Seven.
(d) One.

5. What does Radwan Hussainy pray for when he learns of Mrs. Kirsha's trouble?
(a) Radwan Hussainy prays that his own soul will be free of wickness.
(b) Radwan Hussainy prays that Kirsha will overcome his weakness.
(c) Radwan Hussainy prays that he will be able to help.
(d) Radwan Hussainy prays that Mrs. Kirsha will forgive her husband.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Sanker disrespect the old poet?

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

3. What trick does Abbas play on Uncle Kamil?

4. Why were Zaita's parents happy when he was born?

5. Why is Sheik Darwish always welcome?

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