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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 2: Chapter 5, how does Maria's mother react when she sees her daughter's face?
(a) She hugs her daughter tightly.
(b) She ignores her daughter and focused on the children.
(c) She scolds her daughter for leaving without notice.
(d) She hesitates before reaching for her daughter.

2. In Part 1: Chapter 2, what is the reaction of Aloo K'Olima to the bride price set by Chief Odero?
(a) He accepts it without question.
(b) He suggests a higher price for the bride.
(c) He tries to negotiate a lower price.
(d) He protests against it vehemently.

3. In Part 2: Chapter 2, why does Nyabera join a group of travellers on her journey to the mission?
(a) To steal from them.
(b) To learn more about the new religion.
(c) To have company and for safety.
(d) To save time.

4. In Part 1: Chapter 3, what is the name of Chief Kembo's son?
(a) Otieno.
(b) Nyabera.
(c) Obura.
(d) Owuor.

5. In Part 1: Chapter 10, what does the story suggest about the status of women in the society described?
(a) Women have no role in the politics or governance of the society.
(b) Women are subordinate to men and face many disadvantages.
(c) Women have equal rights and opportunities as men.
(d) Women are treated with respect and given equal opportunities.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. In Part 1: Chapter 7, what does the herdsman tell the chief about Obura and the third man?

3. In Part 1: Chapter 11, what is the name of the Market where the three travelers finally reached after their long journey?

4. In Part 1: Chapter 6, what is the strange contraption that the white-skinned people were building?

5. In Part 1: Chapter 2, what is a nyadhi, according to the text?

(see the answer key)

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