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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 4, Chapter 16, Ivory and Sansevieria.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who arrives at Beryl's door in Molo to assist her with her need?
(a) Arab Kosky
(b) Arab Ruta.
(c) Bishon Singh.
(d) Arab Maina

2. Where does Tom Black move to after he leaves British East Africa?
(a) England.
(b) Egypt.
(c) Ireland.
(d) Peru.

3. What is the runway like when Beryl lands at Nungwe?
(a) It has plant roots and other debris.
(b) It is lit with torches.
(c) It is too short.
(d) It is in great condition because emergency planes land there frequently.

4. Why does Arab Maina hold up a gourd with bull's blood and curdled milk?
(a) He wants someone to hang it on a tree so wild animals will not eat the mixture.
(b) It is an offering to God for the strength to make a good hunt.
(c) He will use that mixture in a stew made with the meat they hunt.
(d) It is a threat to anyone who does not do his share on the hunt.

5. What does Beryl respond to Tom Black in her letter?
(a) That she has one more job to do, and then she will follow his advice.
(b) She tells Tom she does not think it is a good idea.
(c) She is offended with his meddling.
(d) She thanks him for the advice and promises to follow it.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the first animal that is killed on a hunting trip that Beryl goes on with the Masani Murai?

2. What does Beryl see while flying over an area a second time while searching for Woody?

3. What kind of plane does Woody fly?

4. What does Beryl's dog survive when Beryl was a child?

5. What happens when Beryl's horse and a zebra get into a fight during her childhood?

(see the answer key)

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