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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters Nine and Ten.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following women is the eldest in Tambu's family?
(a) Lucia.
(b) Ma'Shingayi.
(c) Maiguru.
(d) Tete Gladys.

2. Who does Babamukuru claim should take Nhamo's place at the parochial school?
(a) Nyasha.
(b) Another village boy.
(c) Tambu.
(d) Jeremiah.

3. Which of the following is NOT a tradition observed by Babamukuru's family at the dinner table?
(a) Babamukuru dictates the menu.
(b) Babamukuru is always served first.
(c) Babamukuru serves the rest of the family, thus controlling their portions.
(d) The food is kept on warmers until Babamukuru is ready to eat.

4. Which of the following articles of clothing has Tambu never heard of?
(a) Underwear.
(b) Cocktail gown.
(c) Pajamas.
(d) Slippers.

5. Despite having a latrine, where does Tambu go to the bathroom?
(a) In a bedpan.
(b) In the bushes.
(c) She travels to the only flush toilet in town, at the library.
(d) In the river.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Babamukuru is beating Nyasha, what does he demand of her?

2. What does Babamukuru claim he cannot eat a meal without?

3. Which of the following characters makes a long speech after dinner, formally welcoming Tambu into the family?

4. During what decade is Tambu's story told?

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

(see the answer key)

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