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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 did Elspeth call her pony?
(a) Lancelot.
(b) Moyale.
(c) Charlemagne.
(d) Galahad.

2. What animal did Crawford "assign" to Mr. Palmer?
(a) A duiker.
(b) A giraffe.
(c) An ostrich.
(d) A python.

3. What was Njombo saving up the goats for?
(a) A blood price.
(b) To give to his parents.
(c) A bride.
(d) A farm.

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

5. What was the name of the Irishwoman known for her fearlessness?
(a) Pioneer Brigid.
(b) Pioneer Maureen.
(c) Pioneer Mary.
(d) Pioneer Moire.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. Where was Mr. Nimmo allegedly detained on business?

4. What animals did the Huxley family take with them to Africa?

5. What are siafu?

(see the answer key)

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