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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Part 1: Chapter 11, what is the name of the great spirit who created Ramogi and his brothers?
(a) Rachuonyo.
(b) Were.
(c) Sakwa.
(d) Nyar Nam.

2. In Part 1: Chapter 4, what is the crowd's initial reaction to Akoko's announcement?
(a) They are confused and do not know how to react.
(b) They are indifferent and do not care.
(c) They are angry and insulted by her words.
(d) They are supportive and encourage her to leave.

3. In Part 1: Chapter 2, what is the purpose of the young man's arrival in Chief Odero's compound?
(a) To betroth his family to Chief Odero's family.
(b) To challenge Chief Odero to a duel.
(c) To seek refuge from a dangerous animal.
(d) To request Chief Odero's assistance with a dispute.

4. In Part 1: Chapter 11, what is the name of the Market where the three travelers finally reached after their long journey?
(a) Sakwa.
(b) Kisuma.
(c) Gem.
(d) Kisumu.

5. In Part 1: Chapter 11, who is the wife of Ramogi?
(a) Nyar Nam.
(b) Lela Kabanda.
(c) Onyango Randar.
(d) Were.

6. In Part 1: Chapter 11, what does the term 'DO' refer to in the passage (69)?
(a) A black man.
(b) A big chief.
(c) A tribunal of elders.
(d) A white man.

7. In Part 1: Chapter 11, what is the reason for Akoko reciting the history of the people of Ramogi to the young men?
(a) To entertain them during the journey.
(b) As a bounden duty to transmit the history of the tribe from generation to generation.
(c) As a pastime.
(d) To scare them and keep them alert.

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

9. In Part 1: Chapter 5, how does Owuor Kembo, the protagonist's husband, respond to her leaving?
(a) He is unconcerned and dismisses the matter.
(b) He apologizes and takes full responsibility for the situation.
(c) He is surprised and confused.
(d) He is angry and confrontational.

10. In Part 1: Chapter 10, why does Akoko take her grandson to her brother in Yimbo?
(a) To protect him from Otieno Kembo and his family.
(b) To give him a better life than she could provide.
(c) To seek his help in her struggle for power.
(d) To prepare him to take over as the chief.

11. In Part 1: Chapter 2, what is the reaction of Aloo K'Olima to the bride price set by Chief Odero?
(a) He suggests a higher price for the bride.
(b) He tries to negotiate a lower price.
(c) He accepts it without question.
(d) He protests against it vehemently.

12. In Part 1: Chapter 12, according to Chik, what should the brother have done?
(a) Become the chief of Sakwa.
(b) Married his brother's widow and become guardian of the grandson and custodian of the chief's stool.
(c) Grabbed all his brother's wealth.
(d) Taken over the chief's stool.

13. In Part 1: Chapter 4, what is Nyar Asembo's main concern in the passage?
(a) Akoko's ability to cast spells.
(b) Akoko's lack of appreciation for her beauty.
(c) Akoko's inability to conceive regularly.
(d) Akoko's slim figure.

14. 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.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. In Part 1: Chapter 12, what do the DO suggest should happen after their meeting?

2. In Part 1: Chapter 3, what is the name of Chief Kembo's son?

3. In Part 1: Chapter 7, what does the chief think might have happened to Obura?

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

5. In Part 1: Chapter 5, how does the protagonist feel about her husband?

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