1. In Part 1: Chapter 6, what is the strange contraption that the white-skinned people were building?
(a) A magic wand that could kill with a puff of smoke.
(b) A swift moving little metal house.
(c) A caterpillar carrying many goods.
(d) A long snaking metal line.

2. In Part 1: Chapter 2, why does Chief Odero set the bride price at 30 head for the prospective suitors?
(a) To test their commitment to the marriage alliance.
(b) To discourage them from marrying his daughter.
(c) To compensate for the shortage of daughters in his family.
(d) To show his generosity towards the visitors.

3. 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 duty to ensure that the history of the tribe is preserved and passed down through generations.
(b) It is a way to scare children into respecting their elders.
(c) It is a way to pass the time during long journeys.
(d) It is a way to assert one's dominance over others.

4. In Part 1: Chapter 4, how does Akoko respond to Nyar Asembo's accusations?
(a) She defends herself and denies practicing witchcraft.
(b) She apologizes and promises to change her ways.
(c) She remains silent and does not respond.
(d) She admits to practicing witchcraft.

5. 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 celebrate the birth of the baby.
(c) To honor the spirits who answered their prayer.
(d) To bring good luck and prosperity to the baby.