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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 42-50.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who brings to Ahmand's shop the text of a petition to seek independence in Chapter 50?
(a) Kamal.
(b) Fahmy.
(c) Yasin.
(d) Iffat.

2. What is the name of Yasin's new bride?
(a) Maryam.
(b) Zubayda.
(c) Zaynab.
(d) Jalila.

3. What does Kamal envy about Yasin at the end of Chapter 9?
(a) His freedom.
(b) His happiness.
(c) His passion.
(d) His knowledge.

4. What kind of coops does Amina keep on her roof?
(a) Pigeons.
(b) Pigeon and chicken.
(c) Chicken.
(d) Doves and ducks.

5. What is the relationship between Fahmy and Yasin in the book?
(a) Brothers.
(b) Father and son.
(c) Friends.
(d) Cousins.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of the sheikh that admonishes Ahmad for his adultery and drunkenness?

2. Who is left with the sorrow of a lost opportunity when Ahmad refues to let Aisha be married?

3. Whose marriage does the Widow Shawcat arrange in Chapter 45?

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

5. What title does Ahmad hold at the party he throws in Chapter 16?

(see the answer key)

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