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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 29.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Amal discover that matches one of Omar's possessions?
(a) A blue journal.
(b) A green journal.
(c) A Pharaonic tapestry.
(d) A watercolor painting.

2. What physical ailment sometimes prevents Sheikh 'Isa from working?
(a) A rash.
(b) A deep cough.
(c) A stigmata.
(d) Arthritis.

3. What concern does Anna have about Sharif's behavior in Chapter 28?
(a) He is spending more and more time away from home.
(b) He has lost his zeal for Egypt's political causes.
(c) He is becoming very secretive.
(d) He refuses to talk to her about politics.

4. What does Amal want to teach if she can re-open her school?
(a) Art.
(b) Music.
(c) Political science.
(d) The ancient stories.

5. Which character is 'Omar attracted to in Chapter 21?
(a) Isabel.
(b) Amal.
(c) Jasmine.
(d) Anna.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens to the car while Amal and Isabel are traveling to Amal's house?

2. Why are 'Am Abu el-Ma'ti and seventeen other men arrested in Chapter 26?

3. What subject does Sharif agree to add to the school curriculum in Chapter 29?

4. Why does Sharif buy Anna English-style trees to plant in their garden?

5. What incident sparks a bloody shootout between British troops and the fellaheen?

(see the answer key)

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