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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters Six through Nine.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What event in Joshua's life brought him peace?
(a) The birth of his first child.
(b) His wedding.
(c) His second-birth ceremony.
(d) His baptism.

2. What does "tene na tene" mean?
(a) "Under the tree."
(b) "Across the river."
(c) "Fight the fear."
(d) "World without end."

3. Which of these behaviors is not one condemned by Joshua?
(a) Singing songs of praise.
(b) Traditional dances.
(c) Circumcision.
(d) Drinking alcohol.

4. Where did Waiyaki sit for the ceremony?
(a) In front of the tribe's elders.
(b) Behind his father.
(c) Between his mother's thighs.
(d) Alone by the river.

5. What weapon do the two boys use to fight one another?
(a) Sticks.
(b) Rocks.
(c) Knives.
(d) Only their fists.

Short Answer Questions

1. From where did the ancient seer whisper to his son that salvation would come?

2. Where does Chege send his son?

3. Which of these is not an adjective used to describe Waiyaki's eyes?

4. Who reveals Muthoni's secret?

5. What animal makes Waiyaki want to touch their bodies?

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