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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 48-107.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Pharaoh's primary concern for the future of his kingdom?
(a) That he has no male heir.
(b) That he has no worthy male heir.
(c) That the kingdom is attacked by foreign armies.
(d) That the kingdom is disintegrating from within.

2. Though Taita is an accomplished physician, what part of the human anatomy still confuses him (pg 88)?
(a) The heart.
(b) The brain.
(c) The veins.
(d) The lungs.

3. In the early-morning sunlight, how does Pharaoh appear?
(a) Insignificant and slightly overweight.
(b) Unimportant and confused.
(c) Grand and imposing.
(d) Majestic and composed.

4. Contrary to Pharaoh's plans, why does Lostris set out to charm him?
(a) To win favor for her father.
(b) To win his favor for Tanus.
(c) To win freedom for Taita.
(d) To win his love and eventually marriage.

5. What happens when Taita approaches Lord Intef to explain Lostris's love for Tanus?
(a) He is imprisoned.
(b) Lord Intef listens and approves.
(c) He is whipped.
(d) Lord Intef threatens to kill Tanus.

Short Answer Questions

1. In the festival pageant, who plays the role of Seth, an evil god?

2. After Lostris disappears from the festivities on the shore, where does Taita find her?

3. After Taita witnesses the lovers' kiss, what does Lostris demand of him?

4. Why does Taita keep separate from the crowds?

5. Why is Taita nervous about the pageant at the end of the festival?

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