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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 38-39.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Shekure's father respond to her inquiry about the meeting between him and Black?
(a) He surprises her by saying he wants her to marry him.
(b) He makes light of the meeting.
(c) He acts as if he doesn't understand what she is asking.
(d) He denies there is a meeting.

2. What does Esther tell Shekure when she gives him the two letters?
(a) Hasan is dangerous and should be avoided.
(b) She thinks Shekure should run away soon.
(c) Black is very much in love with her.
(d) She doesn't want to be the messenger anymore.

3. Why does Hayriye air out the house?
(a) So that Shekure can have a happier wedding day.
(b) Because it is part of the processional.
(c) So that it will not smell like death.
(d) To make the house seem brighter and cheerier.

4. What is the topic of the list of things that Shekure gives Black?
(a) Things to do to find Elegant's killer.
(b) Things to do to find her father's killer.
(c) Things that must be done before they marry.
(d) Things to help her cover up her father's death.

5. What is unique about the missing illustration?
(a) It will embarrass the Sultan.
(b) It contains most of the gold leaf requisitioned.
(c) It was not completed.
(d) It will reveal too many details about the Sultan's life.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Shekure have Hayriye take to Elegant's widow?

2. What finalizes the love letter effect according to Esther?

3. Why does Black try to keep the wedding secret?

4. Why is Shekure in an awkward situation?

5. When does Shekure hope to marry?

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