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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 4, Chapters 1-5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After the war, what does Gideon learn when he goes to Tel Aviv to meet with Ben-Gurion?
(a) The British want them to leave the Egyptians alone.
(b) The Americans are coming to re-build the area.
(c) The Arabs want to have three territories.
(d) The United Nations are imposing a peace treaty.

2. While in the refugee camps in Jericho, where does Ibrahim say he is a prisoner?
(a) In his own country.
(b) To his own decisions.
(c) To the Jews.
(d) In his father's life.

3. What happens a few days before the Arab Higher Committee forms?
(a) An Arab riot.
(b) Jews smash the windows of a Mosque.
(c) Mufti build a fortress.
(d) A sand storm.

4. How old is Ishmael when he leaves school?
(a) Eleven.
(b) Nine.
(c) Twelve.
(d) Ten.

5. After befriending a Jewish junkyard dealer, what language does Ishmael learn to read?
(a) Hebrew.
(b) Arabic.
(c) English.
(d) French.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 16, why does Sheik Azziz say he doesn't care who rules Palestine?

2. Why does Ibrahim get the title "Haj"?

3. When does Ibrahim tell Ishmael they must leave Jericho for Tabah?

4. Who does Ibrahim make a deal with for safe passage to Beirut for the Tabah villagers?

5. What happened when Gideon is held captive and tortured for giving information to the British?

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