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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. How did the settlers assume Mr. Nimmo was making money?
(a) From mineral extraction.
(b) From bribes.
(c) From ivory poaching.
(d) From coffee harvests.

2. According to Tilly, what was a main cause of the native children's bloated stomachs?
(a) Enlarged spleen from malaria.
(b) Hookworms.
(c) Eating too much.
(d) Malnutrition.

3. How long did it take the workers to build their own huts?
(a) One week.
(b) Two days.
(c) Five days.
(d) Six days.

4. Why did Mr. Roos kick Sammy?
(a) Sammy ignored an order.
(b) Sammy went home.
(c) Sammy yelled at Mr. Roos.
(d) Sammy stole money.

5. What instrument were the Palmers bringing to Africa?
(a) A harp.
(b) A harpsichord.
(c) A cello.
(d) A piano.

Short Answer Questions

1. What country did Mrs. Palmer like the best?

2. In what year was the Huxley family heading to Thika?

3. What birds did Crawford and Elspeth observe doing a mating ritual?

4. What items did Mrs. Palmer say would need their own stable?

5. What kind of dogs did the Palmers bring to Africa?

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