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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through An Ex-Mas Feast (Kenya).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Maisha says she wants to get a full-time job, Jigana knows she is thinking about _________________________.
(a) Waiting tables.
(b) Joining a brothel.
(c) Serving cocktails.
(d) Getting some education.

2. Which of the following does Mama NOT do when Maisha smiles at her?
(a) Falls to her knees.
(b) Cries.
(c) Kisses her hand.
(d) Slaps her.

3. What does Naema do to Baby while out begging to keep him dry?
(a) Holds an umbrella over him.
(b) Puts a hoodie on him.
(c) Puts a newspaper over him.
(d) Wraps him in plastic bags.

4. How does Maisha make money for the family?
(a) She cleans houses.
(b) She is a prostitute.
(c) She works in the fields.
(d) She sews.

5. In what country does the story take place?
(a) Sardinia.
(b) Ethiopia.
(c) Nigeria.
(d) Kenya.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do the family members do when they eat the food that Maisha has brought home?

2. What does Jigana think he should have done to help support the family?

3. What does Baba help Maisha load into a taxi?

4. How old is Maisha?

5. Which is NOT one of the things that Jinga does when Maisha leaves?

(see the answer key)

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