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

2. Mama thanks Maisha for _________________.
(a) Cooking breakfast.
(b) Buying her shoes.
(c) Washing the dishes.
(d) Paying their debt.

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

4. Where does Maisha keep all her belongings?
(a) A cellar.
(b) A closet.
(c) A storage room.
(d) A wooden box.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. In what country does the story take place?

2. Who is Naema?

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

4. Where do Jigana and his family live?

5. What does Mama do for her children when they are hungry on Christmas morning?

(see the answer key)

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