1. In Part 1: Chapter 9, what is the main attraction of Nyabera's husband?
(a) His proximity to Nyabera's home.
(b) His good looks.
(c) His wealth.
(d) His intelligence.

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

3. In Part 1: Chapter 1, why does the grandmother march up and down with her cane while speaking to the spirits?
(a) To vent frustration.
(b) To exercise.
(c) To show respect.
(d) To summon the spirits.

4. In Part 1: Chapter 1, why is the animal cock ceremoniously slaughtered and eaten the day after the baby stops crying?
(a) In memory of the grandmother's sister who died without issue.
(b) To honor the spirits who answered their prayer.
(c) To bring good luck and prosperity to the baby.
(d) To celebrate the birth of the baby.

5. In Part 1: Chapter 9, who is Nyabera grieving for?
(a) Her sister.
(b) Her mother.
(c) Her brother.
(d) Her father.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Part 1: Chapter 8, who forms something like the council of Jodongo, only much bigger, to make sure that everyone lives in peace according to the new law?

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

3. In Part 1: Chapter 10, what is the reason behind Akoko's decision to seek the sirikal's intervention?

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

5. In Part 1: Chapter 6, why is the birth of the chief's son a relief to him?

(see the answer key)

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