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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chpater Five, pages 111-133.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why are the slaves amazed to see Francisco work on the repairs to the fort?
(a) They believe he's too lazy to work
(b) They weren't aware he would know how to work
(c) They were told whites weren't capable of the work
(d) They aren't accustomed to whites working

2. How old was Jijibou when she married Francisco?
(a) Twelve
(b) Twenty
(c) Sixteen
(d) Nineteen

3. What point does Francisco emphasize in his letter to Joaquim?
(a) The need to help Kankpe's quest to become king
(b) The current financial situation
(c) His suffering at the hands of the king
(d) The loss of his fortune

4. What does "Simbodji" mean?
(a) Big House
(b) Big Wealth
(c) Big Money
(d) Big Rock

5. What is Taparica the Tambour wearing when Francisco arrives?
(a) A loose-fitting dress coat
(b) A top hat
(c) A ragged Turkish rug
(d) Brown sandals

Short Answer Questions

1. How do members of the family listen to the presidential speech that evening?

2. What time does the woman begin crying?

3. What is the souvenir Francisco provides to visiting French dignitaries?

4. What does Francisco smell like when he arrives in Ouidah?

5. What is the occupation of the man with whom Manuelzinho leaves Francisco after his mother's death?

(see the answer key)

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