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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 33-35.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Kirsha want from Hamida after his heart attack?
(a) A business partnership.
(b) Nothing.
(c) Marriage.
(d) A girlfriend.

2. Why does Zaita never refer to himself as "doctor?"
(a) Because people would laugh at him.
(b) Out of fear of calling attention to himself.
(c) Because he has no respect for doctors.
(d) Out of respect for Dr. Booshy.

3. Why is Hussain Kirsha laid off by the British?
(a) His work was inadequate.
(b) They doubt his loyalty.
(c) They believe the war will end soon.
(d) They are leaving Egypt.

4. What is Uncle Kamil reluctant to tell Abbas?
(a) Hamida has become ill.
(b) Hamida has disappeared.
(c) Hamida has married.
(d) Hamida has died.

5. How is Hamida's engagement to Abbas confirmed?
(a) By giving Hamida a diamond ring.
(b) By pledging before witnesses.
(c) By the reading of the Qur'an.
(d) By signing a contract.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Sheikh Darwish respond to Ibrahim Farhat's request for a blessing?

2. Ibrahim Faraj compares Hamida to what animal?

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

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

5. What does Mrs. Afify suspect is causing Umm Hamida to delay in finding her a husband?

(see the answer key)

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