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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 do Salim Alwan's sons object to his marrying again?
(a) They are afraid a new wife will take all his money.
(b) They are afraid a new wife will tire Salim Alwan.
(c) They are afraid a new wife will neglect Salim Alwan.
(d) They are afraid a new wife will upset their mother.

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

3. Why do the residents of the alley think they've been suffering during the war?
(a) Due to the wickedness of the British.
(b) Due to their own wickedness.
(c) Due to random chance.
(d) Due to the malice of the gods.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Hamida react when she learns that Salim Alwan wants to marry her?

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

3. What are the professions of Salim Alwan's sons?

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

5. What does Kirsha admire about Hitler?

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