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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: The Girl Child (Chapters 1 - 6).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Part 1: Chapter 5, what does the protagonist feel about leaving her house?
(a) She feels angry and vengeful.
(b) She feels it was a great wound in her heart.
(c) She feels indifferent about it.
(d) She feels happy and relieved.

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 tries to negotiate a lower price.
(c) He protests against it vehemently.
(d) He suggests a higher price for the bride.

3. In Part 1: Chapter 3, How did Chief Kembo feel about his number of daughters compared to his son?
(a) The text does not mention his feelings on the matter.
(b) He is angry and frustrated about having more daughters.
(c) He is indifferent to having more daughters.
(d) He is proud of having more daughters.

4. In Part 1: Chapter 6, what is the name of the chief's newborn son?
(a) Owuor.
(b) Owang’ Sino.
(c) Akoko.
(d) Otieno.

5. In Part 1: Chapter 5, what is the protagonist accused of by her in-laws?
(a) Having too many children.
(b) Being involved in witchcraft.
(c) Being too controlling over her husband.
(d) Being lazy and wasting their wealth.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Part 1: Chapter 1, what is the name of the second wife of the chief Odero Gogni of Yimbo?

2. In Part 1: Chapter 6, how does Otieno treat his wives?

3. In Part 1: Chapter 3, what is the purpose of the rush to Akoko's hut at cockcrow?

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

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

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