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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 29-32.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Ibrahim Faraj, the stranger, so pleased when Hamida readily comes with him?
(a) He is saving the cost of wooing her.
(b) She is compliant and friendly.
(c) She is an easy catch.
(d) He is saving days of work pursuing her.

2. Why does Hamida accept attention from Abbas?
(a) Abbas is very handsome.
(b) Abbas is a wealthy barber.
(c) Hamida is falling in love with Abbas.
(d) Abbas is the only suitable young man in the alley.

3. Why does Hamida think she will never eat lentils again?
(a) Lentils are the food of the poor.
(b) Lentils are difficult to find in the city.
(c) She won't have time to cook.
(d) Lentils are fattening.

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

5. How does Hamida deal with moral issues?
(a) Umm Hamida has taught Hamida morality.
(b) Morals are no part of Hamida's nature.
(c) Radwan Hussainy has taught Hamida morality.
(d) Hamida is instinctively moral.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Salim Alwan cling to his unpleasant life?

2. Why does Salim Alwan curse Sheikh Darwish?

3. What does Hamida believe the stranger means when he says, "I'm just the one to take you!"

4. Why does Umm Hamida object to Salim Alwan's desire to marry Hamida?

5. How do the residents of the alley believe women should be treated?

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