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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What part of Khadija do Yasin and Kamal make fun of her for?
(a) Her nose.
(b) Her attitude.
(c) Her body.
(d) Her hair.

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

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

4. What is the name of the sheikh that admonishes Ahmad for his adultery and drunkenness?
(a) Mutawalli.
(b) Hamzawi.
(c) Zaghul.
(d) Kamal.

5. When does Ahmad stop agitating to enforce good order in Chapter 20?
(a) When he visits the bar.
(b) Daily chores.
(c) His afternoon drink.
(d) Afternoon prayers.

Short Answer Questions

1. At what time does Amina have to wait up on her husband every night?

2. What is Yasin on the prowl for in Chapter 12?

3. What does Ahmad say when Amina asks him about Fahmy marrying Maryam?

4. What does Yasin tell his mother is the only way he will love her again when he visits her for the first time in the book?

5. What is the name of the matchmaker that visits Ahmad's store in Chapter 14?

(see the answer key)

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