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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Salim Alwan deprive his household of good food?
(a) So that they will be strengthened.
(b) So that they can save money.
(c) So that they have to share the restrictions he has.
(d) So that they will be healthier.

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

3. Why is Uncle Kamil unable to vote?
(a) He is not Egyptian.
(b) He doesn't know how to read.
(c) He doesn't study the issues.
(d) He doesn't know his birthplace.

4. What pleases Kirsha most about his son's return?
(a) Kirsha's predictions about his son's future are vindicated.
(b) Kirsha is attracted to his daughter-in-law's brother.
(c) Kirsha has missed his son.
(d) Kirsha is attracted to his daughter-in-law.

5. Who does Hussain Kirsha blame for his failures?
(a) His new wife.
(b) Satan.
(c) His father.
(d) The British.

Short Answer Questions

1. Ibrahim Faraj compares Hamida to what animal?

2. What is the only thing that Hamida misses about her past life?

3. Where does the English instructor say the girls learn English best?

4. What is Uncle Kamil reluctant to tell Abbas?

5. Why is Hussain Kirsha disappointed in Hitler?

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