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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Five: Amari.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What do the crewhands throw overboard after the dancing in Part One?
(a) The rotten food they have not had a chance to eat.
(b) The bodies of men who have died below deck.
(c) Any evidence that they have been there.
(d) Any slave who has been disobedient.

2. Why are the slaves suddenly treated so much better as the ship trip drew to conclusion in Part One?
(a) Th sailors are afraid of a slave uprising.
(b) It is preparation to sell them at auction.
(c) It offers the sailors a chance to atone for their deeds.
(d) They have struck a deal with the sailors.

3. What is NOT a typical cause of death for a slave?
(a) Overwork.
(b) Old age.
(c) Childbirth.
(d) Malaria.

4. What might be the function of the story of Chief Agokoli?
(a) Foreshadowing that the Ewe tribe will prevail.
(b) Alliteration to prove that Komla is the best storyteller.
(c) Verbal irony of Komla's contempt of the white men.
(d) Imagery to depict the Ashanti warriors.

5. How does Amari make a new friend in the holding area in Part One?
(a) A kind woman offers her some bread.
(b) The women share a love of music.
(c) Amari offers to share her food.
(d) Everyone is friendly at the castle.

Short Answer Questions

1. How much space does each slave have below deck on the ship?

2. What "skill" does Amari possess that makes her valuable?

3. Why must Besa leave Amari so quickly in Part One?

4. What sounds does Amari hear one night as she walks along the path to Teenie's kitchen in Part Three?

5. In Part Four, what future does Cato foresee for Myna?

(see the answer key)

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