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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 1: Chapter 12, how does Akoko's nephews feel about the DO's decision?
(a) They thought the DO didn't understand Chik.
(b) hey thought the DO was not qualified to make the decision.
(c) They thought the DO would help their aunt.
(d) They thought it was unfair.

2. In Part 2: Chapter 4, what does Owuor become after moving closer to the church?
(a) A teacher.
(b) A catechist.
(c) A sacristan.
(d) A missionary.

3. In Part 1: Chapter 2, what is the significance of being the mikai of a chief?
(a) The mikai is the chief's spiritual advisor.
(b) The mikai is the chief's personal servant.
(c) The mikai is the chief's favorite wife.
(d) The mikai is the chief's representative in council meetings.

4. In Part 3: Chapter 7, who has benefited most from the two year sojourn with their grandmother?
(a) Opiyo.
(b) Vera.
(c) Becky.
(d) Opiyo.

5. In Part 2: Chapter 6, why is it difficult for girls to get an education during that time?
(a) They are considered inferior to boys.
(b) They do not have access to schools.
(c) They are not interested in education.
(d) The purpose of their existence is marriage and childbearing.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Part 1: Chapter 11, what is the reason for Akoko reciting the history of the people of Ramogi to the young men?

2. In Part 3: Chapter 9, Who is John Courtney?

3. In Part 1: Chapter 3, why does the Sakwa men stop at a homestead during their journey?

4. In Part 2: Chapter 9, what is Elizabeth's reaction to her grandmother's death?

5. In Part 2: Chapter 5, who is the boy that Maria realizes loved her like a mother?

(see the answer key)

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