Chapter 1-2
What is the name of William's Dog?
Khamba
What did Geoffrey and William start to repair in the market?
Radios
Why did William go to Chamama?
To get maize from the government storehouse
What is the name of the largest lake in Malawi?
Lake Malawi
"He ran as fast as the wind" is an example of...?
Simile
What is the name of William's village?
Masitala
In what year did the famine start?
2000
What is ganyu?
Odd jobs or temporary work
What continent is Malawi in?
Africa
What is a famine?
An extreme lack of food
Who is Shabani?
The lying sing'anga
What is bawo?
A mancala-type game
What happened to Mankhalala, the family goat?
He was sold to buy food
What is William's native language?
Chichewa
"She is an angel" is an example of?
Metaphor
Why did William want to try manglomera?
To avoid getting bullied for being bad at soccer
How many radio stations did Malawi have?
2
What did William eat for Christmas in 2001?
Boiled goat skin
What is the capital of Malawi?
Lilongwe
What is a subsistence farmer?
A farmer who largely survives off what they grow
What was the name of William's uncle who moved to the village after he got fired?
Socrates
What does ESCOM stand for?
Electricity Supply Corporation of Malawi
What does William NORMALLY like to eat for breakfast during Christmas?
Chombe tea and a Blue Band Sandwich
What is nsima made of?
Maize flour and hot water
"Dan was a short, angry man" is an example of what kind of characterization?
Direct