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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: The Girl Child (Chapters 7 - 12).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Part 1: Chapter 11, what is the significance of reciting the history of the tribe or clan according to Akoko?
(a) It is a way to pass the time during long journeys.
(b) It is a way to assert one's dominance over others.
(c) It is a duty to ensure that the history of the tribe is preserved and passed down through generations.
(d) It is a way to scare children into respecting their elders.

2. In Part 1: Chapter 4, how does the passage portray marriage?
(a) As a transactional relationship based on cattle.
(b) As a way for men to own women body and soul.
(c) As a source of pride for the woman's family.
(d) As a sacred and unbreakable bond.

3. In Part 1: Chapter 11, who is the wife of Ramogi?
(a) Nyar Nam.
(b) Were.
(c) Lela Kabanda.
(d) Onyango Randar.

4. In Part 1: Chapter 8, what is the main job of the chief of Jodongo?
(a) To lead the council in their arbitration and make final decisions.
(b) To help the people with their personal problems.
(c) To lead the community in worship.
(d) To rule the people authoritatively.

5. In Part 1: Chapter 3, what do the people think of Akoko's physical appearance?
(a) They do not comment on her appearance.
(b) They think she is unattractive.
(c) They think she is the most beautiful woman they had ever seen.
(d) They think she is average-looking.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Part 1: Chapter 2, why does Chief Odero set the bride price at 30 head for the prospective suitors?

2. In Part 1: Chapter 12, what do the DO suggest should happen after their meeting?

3. In Part 1: Chapter 7, how long are the search parties gone?

4. In Part 1: Chapter 4, what is the crowd's initial reaction to Akoko's announcement?

5. In Part 1: Chapter 8, how do the people feel about their chief and his family?

(see the answer key)

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