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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: The Girl Child (Chapters 7 - 12).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Part 1: Chapter 7, what does the herdsman tell the chief about Obura and the third man?
(a) Obura owe the third man money.
(b) That Obura is a liar.
(c) They are seen together before they leave.
(d) They are fighting before they leave.

2. In Part 1: Chapter 7, what is the reason for Obura's parents' unease?
(a) He is acting strange and reflective.
(b) He is always getting into trouble.
(c) He is too lazy to help with household chores.
(d) He is failing in school.

3. In Part 1: Chapter 8, what is the main job of the chief of Jodongo?
(a) To lead the council in their arbitration and make final decisions.
(b) To help the people with their personal problems.
(c) To rule the people authoritatively.
(d) To lead the community in worship.

4. 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 seek permission to explore the area.
(b) To propose a marriage alliance.
(c) To request the chief's help in a war.
(d) To ask for food and shelter.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. In Part 1: Chapter 5, how does Owuor Kembo, the protagonist's husband, respond to her leaving?

2. In Part 1: Chapter 7, how does Akoko react to the news of the search parties' failure?

3. In Part 1: Chapter 12, what is Chik?

4. In Part 1: Chapter 11, what is the significance of reciting the history of the tribe or clan according to Akoko?

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

(see the answer key)

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