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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What excuse does Maiguru make as to why Nyasha can't play with the other children?
(a) She is too fearful.
(b) She is too tired.
(c) She is too young.
(d) She is too old.

3. Which of the following bits of advice is NOT given to Tambu during her formal welcoming speech?
(a) To respect Babamukuru.
(b) To be grateful for this opportunity.
(c) To help provide for her family.
(d) To study dilligently.

4. How does Nhamo feel about Babamukuru's house?
(a) He is confused.
(b) He is impressed.
(c) He is apathetic.
(d) He is offended.

5. How does Tambu feel about Netsai?
(a) She thinks Netsai is a fierce competiter.
(b) She thinks Netsai is a good worker.
(c) She thinks Netsai is an annoying child.
(d) She thinks Netsai is gorgeous woman.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Netsai in relation to Tambu?

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

3. Which of the following food items does Tambu's mother sell in town?

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

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

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Nhamo die?

2. How does Tambu handle washing the hands of her relatives?

3. What hopes does Tambu have for her relationship with Nyasha once she arrives at Babamukuru's home?

4. How does Tambu react to her discovery in the cornfield?

5. How does Nyasha react to the fact that she cannot find her D.H. Lawrence book?

6. How does Tambu describe the swimming holes near her home?

7. What strategies does Tambu employ to keep her mind on her studies?

8. How does Tambu react to her sleeping arrangements at Babamukuru's house?

9. How does Tambu feel about the food served to her and the cutlery she is forced to use at the table?

10. What happens when Tambu is in town with Mr. Matimbo?

(see the answer keys)

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