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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3: Love and Life (Chapters 1 - 10).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Part 2: Chapter 7, how many men and women are at the teacher training college?
(a) 10 girls and 10 men.
(b) 6 girls and 28 men.
(c) 20 girls and 20 men.
(d) 6 men and 28 girls.

2. In Part 3: Chapter 1, what do the parents do when they notice the difference between Veronica and Rebecca's size and personality?
(a) They give Veronica extra food to help her gain weight.
(b) They favor Rebecca over Veronica.
(c) They take the twins to the doctor to find out if there is anything wrong.
(d) They ignore the difference and let the twins develop at their own pace.

3. In Part 1: Chapter 3, why does the Sakwa men stop at a homestead during their journey?
(a) To share their story of the vanquishing of the Yimbo men.
(b) To plot their next move.
(c) To rest and eat.
(d) To receive a blessing from the elders.

4. In Part 3: Chapter 9, Who is John Courtney?
(a) Becky's fiancé who is a pilot.
(b) Vera's friend who pays for Becky's flat.
(c) Becky's cousin.
(d) Becky's brother.

5. In Part 3: Chapter 2, what is the advice given by Jomo Kenyatta to his people?
(a) To seek revenge on the white man.
(b) To forget and forgive.
(c) To continue to fight for their independence.
(d) To move to the cities for better opportunities.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Part 2: Chapter 7, what is the penalty for maintaining a liaison with someone of the opposite sex?

2. In Part 3: Chapter 9, why does Vera think it is important for Becky to tell their parents about her engagement to John?

3. In Part 2: Chapter 10, how do the people in the parish view Father Peter?

4. In Part 1: Chapter 2, what is the significance of being the mikai of a chief?

5. In Part 3: Chapter 4, what is Aoro's reaction to his brother's operation?

(see the answer key)

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