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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. In Part 1: Chapter 9, what is the meaning of the marks on the bracelet Nyabera unearthed?
(a) They are her brother's initials.
(b) They are secret codes.
(c) They are meaningless.
(d) They hold a secret message.

3. In Part 1: Chapter 3, what is the purpose of the rush to Akoko's hut at cockcrow?
(a) To feast with Akoko and her family.
(b) To initiate Akoko into the tribe.
(c) To kidnap Akoko.
(d) To engage in wrestling duels.

4. In Part 1: Chapter 5, what does Aloo suggest as a resolution to the situation?
(a) That the protagonist should stay with her family permanently.
(b) That the husband should bring a goat to appease the protagonist's mother.
(c) That the protagonist should go back to her husband's house with him.
(d) That the protagonist should apologize to her husband's family.

5. 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) Kisumu.
(c) Gem.
(d) Kisuma.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Part 1: Chapter 9, what is the main attraction of Nyabera's husband?

2. In Part 1: Chapter 4, how does Akoko respond to Nyar Asembo's accusations?

3. In Part 1: Chapter 6, how does Otieno treat his wives?

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

5. In Part 1: Chapter 8, who forms something like the council of Jodongo, only much bigger, to make sure that everyone lives in peace according to the new law?

Short Essay Questions

1. In Part 1: Chapter 2, how is the arrival of Owuor Kembo and his delegation received by Chief Odero?

2. In Part 1: Chapter 1, how does traditional society's preference for male children affect Chief Odero Goggin's expectations for Akoko's birth?

3. In Part 1: Chapter 4, what happens to the children upon arrival in Aluo?

4. In Part 1: Chapter 8, what do Awiti and Mark talk about in their letters?

5. In Part 1: Chapter 9, what does Vera insist on before Becky gets married?

6. In Part 1: Chapter 11, why is the court closed when Akoko and her nephews arrive in Kisuma?

7. In Part 1: Chapter 12, what happens to Akoko's wealth upon her return to Sakwa?

8. In Part 1: Chapter 10, what is Peter's first duty as a priest?

9. In Part 1: Chapter 2, what happens at the end of the chapter with regards to Akoko's betrothal and marriage?

10. In Part 1: Chapter 5, is Owuor able to pursue priesthood, and how does this affect his relationship with Nyabera?

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