3. When is Anna supposed to meet Sharif's father?
(a) After a formal banquet.
(b) After they are married.
(c) On the day of the wedding.
(d) At the formal banquet.

4. What fear does 'Omar have about his relationship with Isabel?
(a) He fears she may be shot by a terrorist.
(b) His health is not good enough.
(c) She will eventually find a younger man.
(d) He fears she may be his daughter.

5. What three objects does Anna create as a contribution to the Egyptian renaissance?
(a) Three tapestries.
(b) Three sculptures.
(c) Three watercolors.
(d) A tapestry, a watercolor and a sculpture.

6. Why must Sharif's community projects be privately funded?
(a) Taxes are low because most citizens are poor.
(b) Cromer will not release money for culture or education.
(c) The Imam does not approve of his projects.
(d) Most public funds are spent on the military.

7. Where does Anna want to live once she and Sharif are married?
(a) In England.
(b) Close to the border of Egypt and Israel.
(c) With Isabel and 'Omar.
(d) With his mother, Zeinab.

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

9. What nationality is Cromer?
(a) Palestinian.
(b) Israeli.
(c) British.
(d) American.

10. What has ten-year-old Ahmad memorized in Chapter 27?
(a) Beethoven's "Moonlight Sonata."
(b) The Qur'an.
(c) The lyrics to a dozen British songs.
(d) The United States Constitution.

11. What subject does Sharif agree to add to the school curriculum in Chapter 29?
(a) Western history.
(b) Political science.
(c) Pharaonic history.
(d) Art.

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

13. Why is the museum closed in Chapter 25?
(a) Old tiles have worn away and the hall is flooded.
(b) Due to a recent theft.
(c) A recent bombing killed tourists.
(d) The Imam declares some exhibits profane.

14. What gift does Sharif plan to give Anna on their wedding day?
(a) Emeralds.
(b) An embroidered Egyptian silk gown.
(c) A diamond.
(d) Sapphires.

15. Where does Sharif instruct Anna to take Nur if he dies?
(a) France.
(b) New York.
(c) Cairo.
(d) England.