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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 3, what do the people think of Akoko's physical appearance?
(a) They think she is average-looking.
(b) They think she is unattractive.
(c) They think she is the most beautiful woman they had ever seen.
(d) They do not comment on her appearance.

2. In Part 1: Chapter 5, what is the protagonist accused of by her in-laws?
(a) Being involved in witchcraft.
(b) Being too controlling over her husband.
(c) Being lazy and wasting their wealth.
(d) Having too many children.

3. In Part 1: Chapter 7, what does the chief think might have happened to Obura?
(a) He is kidnapped by someone.
(b) He has gone hunting without telling anyone.
(c) He has decided to run away.
(d) He is lost in the forest.

4. In Part 1: Chapter 8, who arrives in the village wearing a long garb and a red head dress?
(a) The chief of Jodongo.
(b) A government official.
(c) A strange man.
(d) A white garbed person.

5. In Part 1: Chapter 6, how many wives did the chief's brother have?
(a) 4.
(b) 2.
(c) 1.
(d) 3.

6. 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 request Chief Odero's assistance with a dispute.
(c) To seek refuge from a dangerous animal.
(d) To challenge Chief Odero to a duel.

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

8. In Part 1: Chapter 2, what is a nyadhi, according to the text?
(a) A type of animal that lives in the savanna country of Sakwa.
(b) A type of tree that grows in the Great Lake area.
(c) A man of great style and fashion.
(d) A type of spear used by the warriors of Jodongo.

9. In Part 1: Chapter 12, what is Chik?
(a) The name of the chief's stool.
(b) The name of the widow's village.
(c) The tradition that governed every aspect of the people's life.
(d) The name of the white chief's tribe.

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

11. In Part 1: Chapter 7, why is Obura's mother worried when he does not show up for breakfast?
(a) He usually misses breakfast.
(b) He always hunts at this time.
(c) He never tells his mother anything.
(d) He usually ate breakfast early.

12. In Part 1: Chapter 1, what is the cause of the baby's prolonged crying and colic?
(a) Being held wrong.
(b) Improper naming.
(c) A spell cast by an evil enemy.
(d) An upset stomach.

13. In Part 1: Chapter 10, what is the reason behind Akoko's decision to seek the sirikal's intervention?
(a) She wants to punish Otieno Kembo for his excesses.
(b) She wants to claim the chief's stool for herself.
(c) She needs help for her daughter who has lost her sons.
(d) She is afraid for her grandson's life and future.

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

15. In Part 1: Chapter 1, how many sons does Odero Gogni already have when his daughter is born?
(a) 6.
(b) 7.
(c) 9.
(d) 8.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Part 1: Chapter 10, who takes over the chief's stool after the death of the previous chief?

2. In Part 1: Chapter 1, why does the grandmother march up and down with her cane while speaking to the spirits?

3. In Part 1: Chapter 4, what is the saving grace for Akoko's situation?

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

5. 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?

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