The Orphan Boy

How does Kileken explain his ability to complete morning chores so quickly?

• He gets his energy from the first light of day.

• He has magical powers.

• He has help from unseen spirits.

• He wakes up very early.

How does the old man react to Kileken's offer to stay with him?

• He refuses the offer.

• He accepts the offer immediately.

• He hesitates before accepting the offer.

• He asks Kileken to leave.

What does the old man witness when he secretly follows Kileken one morning?

• Kileken performing a ritual

• Kileken talking to spirits

• Kileken using magical powers

• Kileken interacting with other villagers

What does the old man notice missing from the night sky?

• A comet

• A constellation

• A star

• The moon

How does the old man plan to uncover Kileken's secret?

• By spying on him

• By asking him directly

• By searching his belongings

• By seeking advice from others

What does Kileken offer to do the next morning to help with the water shortage?

• Take the cattle to pasture

• Fetch water from the spring

• Clean the cattle pen

• Milk the cows

How does the story end for the old man and Kileken?

• They live happily ever after.

• The old man learns Kileken's secret and they prosper together.

• Kileken leaves the old man, and the old man is left lonely and regretful.

• The old man discovers Kileken's secret, but it brings tragedy and loss.

What is the name of the boy the old man encounters?

• Kileken

• Kilimanjaro

• Kipaji

• Kibibi

What is the old man's reaction to Kileken's refusal to reveal his secret about controlling drought?

• He respects Kileken's decision and stops asking questions.

• He becomes angry and confronts Kileken.

• He becomes determined to discover the secret.

• He feels betrayed by Kileken's secrecy.

The story is written by

• Deborah Lee Rose

• Tololwa M. Mollel

• Ronald Dahl

• Elizabeth Van Steenwyk