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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Four.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Tambu treat Nhamo before he leaves for school?
(a) She is uncharacteristically kind to him.
(b) She is unable to speak to him.
(c) She slaps him in the face.
(d) She is affectionate and sentimental.

2. Where does Tambu's mother sell her food items?
(a) The schools.
(b) The street market.
(c) The boat dock.
(d) The bus station.

3. What is the name of Babamukuru's wife?
(a) Saiguru.
(b) Maiguru.
(c) Taiguru.
(d) Baiguru.

4. In what order are Tambu's visiting relatives served at dinner?
(a) From oldest to youngest.
(b) From most to least important.
(c) From tallest to shortest.
(d) From wealthiest to richest.

5. What disease was Nhamo diagnosed as dying from?
(a) Mumps.
(b) Scarlet fever.
(c) Measles.
(d) Small pox.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Tambu's mother think is the most important thing a woman must learn to carry?

2. How does Tambu feel when she enters her uncle's house for the first time?

3. What part about her uncle makes Tambu the most uncomfortable?

4. During which month of the year did Nhamo die?

5. What excuse does Maiguru make as to why Nyasha can't play with the other children?

(see the answer key)

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