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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Carpenter, pg. 214-244.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did Jamila's family react when the man visited her?
(a) They kicked her out.
(b) They took away her money.
(c) They beat her.
(d) They sent her to Paris.

2. Why does Sultan visit his relatives in "The Business Trip"?
(a) He wants to find a place for Sharifa to stay.
(b) He needs a new apartment.
(c) It is tradition.
(d) He needs to borrow money.

3. How long can the carpenter be in prison for stealing from Sultan?
(a) 5 years.
(b) 6 years.
(c) 5 months.
(d) 6 months.

4. In "The Matriarch", when was Sultan's apartment built?
(a) Five years ago.
(b) When the Taliban took over.
(c) When the Soviets were in charge.
(d) Fifty years ago.

5. Why can't Shakila act happy during her feast in "Wedding"?
(a) Because she is upset to be getting married.
(b) Because she doesn't like her in-laws.
(c) Because it is tradition.
(d) Because she is tired.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Shakila's mother mourn after her wedding?

2. How does the narrator say Taliban rule could have affected Shakila's wedding?

3. Why does Sultan have to take such a long trip in "The Business Trip"?

4. What do the families drink after the wedding ceremony in "Wedding"?

5. In "The Call From Ali", why does Mansur say he doesn't have time for a social life?

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