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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 4, why does Akoko say she will request a separation?
(a) She wants her cattle back.
(b) She is insulted and accused of witchcraft.
(c) She is tired of being married to Owuor Kembo.
(d) She wants to be with her family.

2. In Part 1: Chapter 1, how many sons does Odero Gogni already have when his daughter is born?
(a) 7.
(b) 9.
(c) 8.
(d) 6.

3. In Part 1: Chapter 1, what is the name of the second wife of the chief Odero Gogni of Yimbo?
(a) Adoyo.
(b) Obanda.
(c) Nyar-Alego.
(d) Akelo.

4. In Part 1: Chapter 5, how does Owuor Kembo, the protagonist's husband, respond to her leaving?
(a) He is angry and confrontational.
(b) He is unconcerned and dismisses the matter.
(c) He is surprised and confused.
(d) He apologizes and takes full responsibility for the situation.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. In Part 1: Chapter 5, what is the protagonist accused of by her in-laws?

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

3. In Part 1: Chapter 5, what does the protagonist feel about leaving her house?

4. In Part 1: Chapter 6, what is the name of the chief's newborn son?

5. In Part 1: Chapter 1, what is the chief's initial reaction to the birth of his eighth child?

(see the answer key)

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