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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What surprises Tambu about the latrine at the homestead?
(a) It is spotless.
(b) It is filthy.
(c) It is brand-new.
(d) It has been renovated.

2. Who are segregated at the swimming holes around Tambu's home?
(a) Men and Women.
(b) Adults and Children.
(c) Blacks and Whites.
(d) There is no segregation at the swimming holes.

3. How long after being diagnosed with his disease did Nhamo die?
(a) Two days.
(b) Two weeks.
(c) Two hours.
(d) Two months.

4. Which of the following food items aren't the children allowed to eat at the dinner party?
(a) Eggs.
(b) Meat.
(c) Bread.
(d) Vegetables.

5. What does Ma'Shingayi say killed her son?
(a) Babamukuru.
(b) Education.
(c) Germs.
(d) Wealth.

Short Answer Questions

1. What job does Babamukuru find for Lucia?

2. How does Tambu feel about Lucia's outburst in the family meeting, at which she promises to leave the homestead, taking Ma'Shingayi with her?

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

4. Which of the following rooms of the home is particularly difficult for Tambu to navigate when she first moves to Babamukuru's

5. How does Tambu treat Nhamo before he leaves for school?

(see the answer key)

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