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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Tambu hears that she cannot attend school, what does she ask her parents for?
(a) Dolls.
(b) Dresses.
(c) Seeds.
(d) Books.

2. What does Babamukuru claim he cannot eat a meal without?
(a) Butter.
(b) Molasses.
(c) Milk.
(d) Gravy.

3. Which of the following terms does Tambu use to describe Babamukuru's home?
(a) Shack.
(b) Hotel.
(c) Hut.
(d) Mansion.

4. After the formal welcoming speech, which of the following contraptions is Tambu too embarrassed to admit she cannot work?
(a) A toilet flush.
(b) A water filter.
(c) A light switch.
(d) A dishwasher.

5. What hopes does Tambu have when Nyasha first arrives at the home?
(a) Tambu hopes that Nyasha will soon move away to attend school.
(b) Tambu hopes that Nyasha will grow to fear her.
(c) Tambu hopes that she and Nyasha will become friends.
(d) Tambu hopes that Nyasha will leave her alone.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what order are Tambu's visiting relatives served at dinner?

2. What part about Babamukuru's eating habits worries Tambu?

3. How long would one shilling feed Tambu's family back in the village?

4. Who is the first relative to be served at Tambu's dinner party?

5. Which of the following is NOT true of Nyasha?

(see the answer key)

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