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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 111-120.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the sign of mourning recognized by the slaves?
(a) A dark armband worn by the slaves
(b) A bouquet of dried flowers on the door
(c) A straw hat hung on the door
(d) A black shroud over the window

2. What gift does Kunta carve for Kizzy's second birthday?
(a) A mortar and pestle
(b) A game
(c) A totem
(d) A traditional African doll

3. What does Fiddler say happened to his previous master?
(a) His wife killed him.
(b) He drowned.
(c) He was killed by Indians.
(d) He was shot in a brawl.

4. What is the one item Omoro keeps from Kunta's childish grasp?
(a) The hot coals of the fire
(b) The prayer rug
(c) The charms at the head of his bed
(d) The arrows

5. What does Kunta know to be the truth when he feels the ship begin to move?
(a) That he will die on this ship.
(b) That he's going to America.
(c) That he will never see Africa again.
(d) That the men he is shackled to are causing the movement.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Kunta feel uneasy about Missy Anne's teaching Kizzy the letters of the alphabet?

2. What is the surprise that Cynthia and Will are given by their daughter in 1921?

3. How many huts does Kunta discover there are for housing slaves?

4. What food is offered Kunta by the black slave?

5. What item is bestowed on Kunta by Binta to mark his next step into manhood?

(see the answer key)

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