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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8, Ideology and the Politics of Sentiment.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How old was the runaway second wife of the husband who was criticized for going to find her?
(a) 12 years younger than her husband.
(b) 5 to 10 years younger than her husband.
(c) 7 years younger than her husband.
(d) 15 to 20 years younger than her husband.

2. In the section "Identification and Sharing," why did a woman threaten to leave her husband?
(a) Because he mistreated a child.
(b) Because he slurred her father's name.
(c) Because he hit her.
(d) Because he took another wife.

3. What was the standard by which status was measured and hierarchy determined in Awlad 'Ali society?
(a) Respect.
(b) Strength or dignity.
(c) Autonomy or freedom.
(d) Courage.

4. When an individual wrote a poem about personal experiences, with whom did the writer identify?
(a) Respected ancestors.
(b) Beloved relatives.
(c) Tragic heroes and heroines from the past.
(d) People they respect in the community.

5. What was closely tied to the moral nature among the Awlad 'Ali?
(a) Respect.
(b) Blood.
(c) Status.
(d) Courage.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many ghinnawas did a German explorer publish?

2. What part of the body was frequently mentioned in ghinnawas?

3. Who were the ancestors of the Awlad 'Ali?

4. What were women said to fear?

5. What types of trees did the Awlad 'Ali plant?

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