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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Tambu feel about Babamukuru's wife?
(a) Tambu admires her.
(b) Tambu does not know her.
(c) Tambu hates her.
(d) Tambu fears her.

2. Why is Nyasha favored within the school system?
(a) Because she is the headmaster's daughter.
(b) Because she is well-traveled and well-respected.
(c) Because she comes from a wealthy family.
(d) Because she is the smartest in the class.

3. Which of the following adjectives does Babamukuru use to describe school-age children?
(a) Malleable.
(b) Annoying.
(c) Disciplined.
(d) Useless.

4. How does Tambu react to her first school dance?
(a) She is overwhelmed.
(b) She is bored.
(c) She enjoys herself fully.
(d) She is confused.

5. How many people arrive at the homestead to celebrate Babamukuru's arrival?
(a) 44.
(b) 34.
(c) 14.
(d) 24.

Short Answer Questions

1. On what type of bed does Tambu's mother sleep?

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

3. Which of the following is the only word Tambu can translate from the conversation between Nyasha and her mother?

4. Who does Babamukuru claim should take Nhamo's place at the parochial school?

5. Which of the following characters does Tambu liken to God?

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