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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters Six through Ten.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What faith did Juma claim to be?
(a) Shaman.
(b) Animist.
(c) Muslim.
(d) Christian.

2. Where was the District Commissioner located?
(a) Fort Smith.
(b) Fort Carter.
(c) Fort Hall.
(d) Fort Mitchell.

3. What did Elspeth say she wanted more than anything?
(a) A duiker.
(b) A chameleon.
(c) A pony.
(d) A snake.

4. How was Wilson trying to learn the skills of farming?
(a) By seeking the help of local Africans.
(b) By simply doing it.
(c) By seeking the help of other European settlers.
(d) By reading textbooks and government reports.

5. What color are Elspeth Huxley's eyes?
(a) Hazel.
(b) Blue.
(c) Green.
(d) Brown.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was Randall Smith's nationality?

2. In the folktale, what resulted from the chameleon's failure to deliver God's message?

3. About how many miles a day could the oxen handle?

4. How long was the journey from Nairobi to Thika?

5. What instrument were the Palmers bringing to Africa?

(see the answer key)

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