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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How does Nhamo perform in school?

3. What is the name of Babamukuru's maid?

4. How does Tambu feel about Babamukuru's wife?

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

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Nhamo die?

2. How does Babamukuru control the education of the village children where Tambu lives?

3. How do the girls at Sacred Heart treat Nyasha?

4. How did Nhamo react to Babamukuru's home and how did his reaction affect Tambu when she arrives at the home?

5. How does Nyasha feel about the time she and her brother spent in England?

6. How does Babamukuru's family feel about their maid, Anna?

7. Why does Tambu have a difficult time bonding with Nyasha?

8. How is Babamukuru treated by the village when he returns?

9. What happens when Tambu begins to grow her own garden of corn to pay for her tuition?

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Tambu has spent her entire life fighting to be able to attend school. First, explain why Tambu was taken out of school in the first place. Then explain how Tambu used seeds to put herself through school and how her brother attempted to sabotage her plans. Finally, explain why Nhamo would have wanted Tambu to fail in her education.

Essay Topic 2

The male characters in the novel all have similar reactions to the role of women in their homes. First, create a list of male characters in the novel and briefly explain each of their attitudes toward women in the home. Then explain some of the special, sometimes burdensome, responsibilities of successful men in the family.

Essay Topic 3

At the end of the novel, Babamukuru chastises Nyasha, accusing her of being promiscuous. Why did Babamukur believe that Nyasha was acting inappropriately? Do you agree with his assessment of his daughter's behavior? Why or why not? Second, explain the double standard Babamukuru has for his children's behavior. How does he feel about Chido's promiscuous ways?

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