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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 17-26.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following is not one of Ahmad's morning rituals?
(a) Irons.
(b) Awaits breakfast with his sons.
(c) Prays.
(d) Washes.

2. What is Yasin on the prowl for in Chapter 12?
(a) Women.
(b) Friends.
(c) Alcohol.
(d) Drugs.

3. What does Amina see as her sign of dedication for her husband?
(a) Having children.
(b) Cleaning.
(c) Cooking.
(d) Her vigils.

4. What does Amina feel opening as she pleads with Ahmad about Aisha's marriage in Chapter 25?
(a) A bottomless pit.
(b) Hell's gates.
(c) The trash.
(d) A black hole.

5. Who suggests to Amina that Aisha's engagement be allowed until Khadija is married first?
(a) Jamil.
(b) Kamal.
(c) Fahmy.
(d) Yasin.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the mock profession Ahmad's friends put on before leaving him in Chapter 16?

2. What is Amina's husband's name?

3. What does Fahmy tell Amina that he will do before getting married to Maryam?

4. Who has been standing at her bedroom window for months yearning for a young police officer that walks by?

5. What is the name of Amina's servant that helps her knead dough?

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