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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 2, what is a nyadhi, according to the text?
(a) A man of great style and fashion.
(b) A type of animal that lives in the savanna country of Sakwa.
(c) A type of spear used by the warriors of Jodongo.
(d) A type of tree that grows in the Great Lake area.

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

3. In Part 1: Chapter 2, what is the purpose of the young man's arrival in Chief Odero's compound?
(a) To seek refuge from a dangerous animal.
(b) To challenge Chief Odero to a duel.
(c) To betroth his family to Chief Odero's family.
(d) To request Chief Odero's assistance with a dispute.

4. In Part 1: Chapter 5, how does the protagonist feel about her husband?
(a) She despises him.
(b) She is afraid of him.
(c) She loves him deeply.
(d) She thinks he is boring and uninteresting.

5. In Part 1: Chapter 2, what is the main purpose of the speech made by the wizened old man and his nephew when they arrive at chief Odero's compound?
(a) To ask for food and shelter.
(b) To propose a marriage alliance.
(c) To request the chief's help in a war.
(d) To seek permission to explore the area.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Part 1: Chapter 3, what do the people think of Akoko's physical appearance?

2. In Part 1: Chapter 1, why does the grandmother march up and down with her cane while speaking to the spirits?

3. In Part 1: Chapter 5, what advice does Aloo give to the protagonist?

4. In Part 1: Chapter 4, why does Akoko say she will request a separation?

5. In Part 1: Chapter 4, what is Nyar Asembo's main concern in the passage?

(see the answer key)

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