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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When does the tom-tom begin to beat for the rite of passage?
(a) As soon as the sun rises.
(b) At noon.
(c) As soon as everybody is awake.
(d) As soon as the sun sets.

2. Why do all the apprentices and workers in the blacksmith shop turn their attention to the production of the trinket?
(a) Because gold work is rare and boring.
(b) Because gold work is boring.
(c) Because gold work is rare and fascinating.
(d) Because gold work is abundant and fascinating.

3. Why do parents send their children to Camara's father?
(a) To work as an apprentice.
(b) To observe his work.
(c) To get paid.
(d) To play music.

4. Which animals are abundant in the river when the water rises?
(a) Snakes.
(b) Crocodiles.
(c) Sharks.
(d) Hippopotamuses.

5. Why are there always many apprentices staying at Camara's father's forge?
(a) Because Camara's father doesn't have more than one child.
(b) Because Camara's father is well known.
(c) Because Camara's father pays a lot of money.
(d) Because Camara's father is unknown.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Camara's mother do right before he leaves home?

2. When does rice season occur in Tindican?

3. When does the school teacher punish the students physically?

4. Why does Camara's father give Camara a gift when he leaves home?

5. Who has arrived to celebrate Camara's departure from Kouroussa?

(see the answer key)

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