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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2, The Richest Man in Babylon.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How much should Arkad keep for himself?
(a) One half of his earnings.
(b) Ten pieces of gold.
(c) One tenth of his earnings.
(d) Two tenths of his winnings.

2. Why are people who rely on fate seldom happy?
(a) Fate takes away as quickly as she gives.
(b) Fate only brings sadness.
(c) Fate doesn't give people enough.
(d) Fate is demanding.

3. Where does the story begin?
(a) Babylon
(b) Constantinople
(c) Assyria
(d) Bangladesh

4. What is Kobbi's profession?
(a) A merchant
(b) A musician.
(c) A traveling salesperson
(d) A basket weaver

5. Where are Bansir and Kobbi sitting when they see the palace?
(a) On a wall surrounding Bansir's home.
(b) On a camel.
(c) On a basket.
(d) On the ground.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why do people come to Arkad?

2. What is a word that doesn't describe Bansir?

3. Who does Arkad meet?

4. What does the person in #27 offer in exchange for the favor in #29?

5. At the same time, what else should Arkad be doing with his money?

(see the answer key)

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