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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2, Identity in Relationships.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When did the ancestors of the Awlad 'Ali sweep through North Africa?
(a) 11th century.
(b) 12th century.
(c) 10th century.
(d) 13th century.

2. Which direction did Lila travel from Alexandria to reach the area where the Awald 'Ali lived?
(a) South.
(b) West.
(c) North.
(d) East.

3. During World War II, who fought battles on Bedouin soil?
(a) Egyptians and Libyans.
(b) Americans.
(c) Germans and British.
(d) French.

4. What color cummerbund would the women of the Awlad 'Ali wear around their waists?
(a) White.
(b) Red.
(c) Black.
(d) Brown.

5. Who were the ancestors of the Awlad 'Ali?
(a) Sudanese traders.
(b) Arab invaders from the Najd.
(c) Nomads from Chad.
(d) Egyptians who left the cities.

Short Answer Questions

1. What would ewes have been fed in the desert?

2. Who wrote the "Alexandria Quartet?"

3. After a feast for a neighbor who returned from a pilgrimage, what did Lila and some adolescent girls do?

4. What color was the compound where Lila lived with the Awlad 'Ali?

5. What beach is mentioned in the "Alexandria Quartet?"

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