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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 4-6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many years has the narrator been married to the deceased?
(a) 55
(b) 22
(c) 1
(d) 30

2. When did the narrator and her husband's romance blossom?
(a) Through their school years.
(b) They were not very romantic.
(c) After their third child was finally in school.
(d) The moment he saw her as a toddler.

3. Why is the narrator upset about the sister-in-laws song?
(a) Because they do not sing the complete song.
(b) Because they do not remember the narrator's name.
(c) Because they praise both wifes equally.
(d) Because they sing out of key.

4. What had the deceased bought to please his second wife?
(a) A nice villa.
(b) A diamond necklace.
(c) Two thoroughbred horses for racing.
(d) A new mercedes benz.

5. How does the narrator feel about Modou taking a second wife?
(a) Betrayed.
(b) She does not know he did so.
(c) Glad to have someone to share household chores.
(d) Indifferent since she is the first and most important wife.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is the narrator upset about the donations from the people?

2. What is the traditional contribution for funeral expenses from others?

3. What does Modou do with his degree?

4. How long does the narrator have to stay indoors after the funeral?

5. What reasons does the narrator give for Modou's taking a second wife?

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