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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What do the people in Nkumai eat?
(a) Birds.
(b) Root vegetables.
(c) Fish.
(d) Rodents.

2. What happens when the guards inform Lanik that his cover has been blown?
(a) Lanik kills the guards.
(b) Lanik explains the situation.
(c) Lanik joins the rebel forces.
(d) Lanik begs for mercy.

3. What are "cruel bonds"?
(a) Handcuffs.
(b) Ropes covered with sharp glass.
(c) Wire-edged ropes.
(d) Bamboo laced with glass.

4. Why do the crew members try to discourage Lanik from demanding to go above-board?
(a) Because those taken above-board walk the plank.
(b) Because those taken above-board are beaten.
(c) Because those taken above-board are deceived.
(d) Because those taken above-board are ridiculed.

5. After receiving a gift from the Earth, what must one do?
(a) Thank the Earth.
(b) Honor the gift.
(c) Worship the Earth.
(d) Test the gift.

Short Answer Questions

1. After he reaches the ground, what leaks out of Lanik and falls on the ground?

2. Why does Lanik demand to be taken above-board on the slave ship?

3. As the main character prepares to leave his homeland, what does he notice being kept in pens?

4. What secret does Lanik hold that enables him to make his escape?

5. Why is Lanik's appearance so unnerving to the slavers?

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