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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6, Honor and Poetic Vulnerability.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Lila left, how many children did the Haj have?
(a) 18.
(b) 16.
(c) 21.
(d) 15.

2. With whom did Aziza have recurring problems?
(a) Her mother.
(b) Her brother.
(c) Her uncle.
(d) Her father.

3. What colors were associated with uncleanliness and women?
(a) Red and blue.
(b) Black and white.
(c) Green and blue.
(d) Red and black.

4. When did Lila's new life begin to seem natural, so she felt as if she belonged with the Awlad 'Ali?
(a) After 6 months.
(b) After 18 months.
(c) After 15 months.
(d) After 12 months.

5. How old was Migdim?
(a) 70's.
(b) 50's.
(c) 40's.
(d) 60's.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who wrote the "Alexandria Quartet?"

2. What form of poetry did the ghinnawas most resemble?

3. In a story about the creation of Adam and Eve, what instrument was the Devil playing?

4. What did the Awlad 'Ali believe should be evoked by beautiful poetry?

5. What was the name of the Haj's first wife?

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