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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 9-16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At what age was Yasin removed from his father's house?
(a) 11.
(b) 12.
(c) 13.
(d) 9.

2. Who shares a dream about being pushed off a roof with her family?
(a) Zubayda.
(b) Khadija.
(c) Aisha.
(d) Haniya.

3. For what does Ahmad try to hire the woman who comes to his store after the matchmaker?
(a) As a dancer.
(b) As a singer.
(c) As a cook.
(d) As a prostitute.

4. What is the mock profession Ahmad's friends put on before leaving him in Chapter 16?
(a) A funeral.
(b) A birthday party.
(c) A wedding.
(d) A prayer service.

5. What is the name of the café that Yasin settles on in Chapter 12?
(a) Ezbekiya Garden.
(b) Ali's Coffee Shop.
(c) Ahmad's Coffee Shop.
(d) Goldsmith's Bazaar.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old is Ahmad in Chapter 14 of the book?

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

3. What caused Ahmad to become severe with Kamal when he was a child?

4. Who is described as "story hungry" in Chapter 9?

5. What is the name of the neighbor girl who Fahmy watches do chores from the roof?

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