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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Stranger, and Out of Work.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What language was "Year of the Elephant" first written in?
(a) Russian.
(b) French.
(c) German.
(d) Arabic.

2. What does Roukia's mother send her to the field to collect?
(a) Thyme.
(b) Rosemary.
(c) Flowers.
(d) Milk.

3. What buildings replace the old homes?
(a) Banks.
(b) Jails.
(c) Mansions.
(d) Apartments.

4. What people make up Zahra's family class?
(a) Kings and queens.
(b) Slaves.
(c) Farmers and townspeople.
(d) Businessmen and politicians.

5. What is the acquaintance's reaction to the state official's offer in "The Discontented"?
(a) He cries.
(b) He turns it down.
(c) He accepts.
(d) He laughs.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did Zahra learn about Rahman?

2. How did the two sisters in "Silence" differ?

3. What language did Abou Zayd use on her radio show?

4. How does the woman in "Out of Work" describe her commute?

5. Where did Zahra want to store goods in Chapter 4?

(see the answer key)

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