The Old Drift Quiz

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

Who is Nyami Nyami? (from Part 5: The Dam)

The Tonga god whom the Tonga people warned about during the initial construction of the Kariba Dam.

A dead Tonga elder who is resurrected after the fall of the Kariba Dam.

The supernatural creature who embodies the Zambezi River.

A nickname for Mai.

2.

How do the reporters feel about the Zambian space programme led by Nkoloso? (from Part 2: The Grandmothers)

They are skeptical and condescending.

They are impressed.

They are confused.

They feel threatened by the effectiveness of the programme.

3.

What are Digit-All Beads? (from Part 4: The Children)

These are digital beads worn on bracelets or necklaces which operate as miniature wi-fi routers.

Digit-All Beads are digital chips implanted into the hand which operate as small holographic screens; these are automatically connected to the Internet and provide functionality similar to a smartphone.

These are tracking devices which the government forces upon every citizen in order to track each person and forcibly inject them with an HIV vaccine.

These are miniature light sources, like a small flashlight, implanted in the finger to preserve energy and provide light during power cuts.

4.

When does Sibilla find out she is descended from the Gavuzzis? (from Part 2: The Grandmothers)

When the Colonel attempts to rape her in her home.

At one of Lina’s parties.

During her honeymoon with Federico.

As a child, when Adriana tells her about her heritage.

5.

Why is Isa jealous of her father after his death? (from Part 3: The Mothers)

He lived a happy life, whereas Isa felt isolated as a child.

His funeral takes attention away from her wedding.

He did not leave Isa any money.

He looks handsome in his casket, while she does not look beautiful at her wedding.

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