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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Tambu feel when she enters her uncle's house for the first time?
(a) She feels terrified.
(b) She feels bored.
(c) She feels excited.
(d) She feels embarrassed.

2. Which of the following purchases brings confused tears to Tambu's eyes?
(a) Her new school notebooks.
(b) Her new bedroom set.
(c) Her new school clothes.
(d) Her new car.

3. Why does Tambu believe she was passed over for education by Babamukuru?
(a) Because she is a girl.
(b) Because she is too smart.
(c) Because she is unintelligent.
(d) Because she is too young.

4. In what country did Nyasha attend school?
(a) France.
(b) United States.
(c) England.
(d) Spain.

5. During what decade is Tambu's story told?
(a) 1940s.
(b) 1980s.
(c) 1960s.
(d) 2000s.

Short Answer Questions

1. What task is Tambu asked to do for the visiting relatives?

2. Who rises from the dinner table to fetch whatever Babamukuru wishes during the meal?

3. Which of the following bits of advice is NOT given to Tambu during her formal welcoming speech?

4. When thinking about her education, what does Nyasha wish?

5. With whom does Tambu share a bedroom at Babamukuru's home?

(see the answer key)

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