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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 10 - Danbala.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The emphasis in this chapter is on what?
(a) The history of Haitian politics.
(b) The relationships between men and women.
(c) The economics of women's lives.
(d) The economic status of all Haitians.

2. Macena is the father of her children so she must do what?
(a) Take him in.
(b) Trust him.
(c) Forgive him.
(d) Stay away from him.

3. This woman is a successful ____________ (market woman).
(a) Machann.
(b) Femme de marche.
(c) Marche femme.
(d) Marchfemme.

4. This chapter we learn more about Kouzinn, the spirit who is what?
(a) The male counterpart to Azaka.
(b) Mama Lola's spiritual advisor.
(c) The female counterpart to Azaka.
(d) Azaka's brother.

5. How do they know this illness is a sure sign of illness caused by the spirits?
(a) It is something the doctors are unable to properly diagnose or cure.
(b) It continues to get worse with medical care.
(c) It has come upon her suddenly.
(d) It is a rare illness.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the spirit do to Philo?

2. Philo is treated very poorly, and at the age of ____________, she runs away.

3. Where is this town located?

4. This occurs right around the time when Sina must do what?

5. This chapter is a story about the life of Alourdes' ______________, Philomise.

(see the answer key)

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