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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2: The Art of Giving (Chapters 1 - 10).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Part 1: Chapter 3, why does the Sakwa men stop at a homestead during their journey?
(a) To share their story of the vanquishing of the Yimbo men.
(b) To receive a blessing from the elders.
(c) To rest and eat.
(d) To plot their next move.

2. In Part 1: Chapter 2, what is the significance of being the mikai of a chief?
(a) The mikai is the chief's spiritual advisor.
(b) The mikai is the chief's favorite wife.
(c) The mikai is the chief's personal servant.
(d) The mikai is the chief's representative in council meetings.

3. In Part 1: Chapter 8, who forms something like the council of Jodongo, only much bigger, to make sure that everyone lives in peace according to the new law?
(a) The people of Ramogi.
(b) The white people.
(c) Sirikal.
(d) The Germans.

4. In Part 2: Chapter 5, who is the boy that Maria realizes loved her like a mother?
(a) Her nephew Owuor.
(b) The son of the married man she had been with.
(c) Her own son.
(d) A child she had been taking care of in the village.

5. In Part 2: Chapter 7, what is the penalty for maintaining a liaison with someone of the opposite sex?
(a) Expulsion from the teacher training college.
(b) Suspension for a week.
(c) A fine of 100 shillings.
(d) A stern warning from the authorities.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Part 1: Chapter 7, what is the reason for Obura's parents' unease?

2. In Part 2: Chapter 4, what does the catechist notice about Akoko that led him to build a house for her?

3. In Part 2: Chapter 4, what does Owuor become after moving closer to the church?

4. In Part 1: Chapter 5, what does Aloo suggest as a resolution to the situation?

5. In Part 2: Chapter 2, what does Nyabera consider her favorite prayer and source of strength?

(see the answer key)

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