Roots Quiz

Alex Haley

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

What is the message Kunta believes has come to him from Allah after he is on land? (from Chapters 31-40)

That he will survive if he continues to have faith.

That the wise man learns from the animals.

That his life is in the hands of Allah.

That he is to be returned to his family.

2.

What does Kunta believe to be the reason for the scrubbing, medicating and shaving just after land is sighted? (from Chapters 31-40)

That they are being prepared for sale.

That they are to be eaten.

That they are to be killed.

That they are to be sent to Allah.

3.

What fact does the overseer withhold from Master Murray? (from Chapters 111-120)

That he is poor.

That he is married.

That he will work hard in the fields.

That he doesn't know anything about being an overseer.

4.

What is the gift Bell makes for Kunta prior to their marriage? (from Chapters 61-70)

Socks

A cap

Shoes

A mat

5.

How does Luther aid in the attempted escape of a house girl? (from Chapters 51-60)

Hides her in the barn

Throws the hounds off her scent

Gives her food

Draws her a map

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