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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2, In Exile, Botswana, 1964-1979, Notes on Novels.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 2, what does Bessie say is the root of traditional African life?
(a) The land.
(b) Work, rest and prayer.
(c) Being at one with all things.
(d) Respecting your neighbor.

2. In "Village people," Bessie states that African peace is what?
(a) Non-existent.
(b) Only a dream.
(c) A one-sided truce.
(d) Deceptive.

3. What was the trend in Atteridgeville in 1964?
(a) Young people all leaving.
(b) Having babies out of wedlock.
(c) Massive poverty.
(d) Cultural indifference.

4. What reminds Bessie of the man, Snowball?
(a) The tranquil waters.
(b) A child she meets.
(c) The sunset.
(d) A herd of elephants.

5. In 1975, Botswana had few what?
(a) Storms.
(b) White people.
(c) Animals.
(d) Rules.

Short Answer Questions

1. Bessie states that "in her work" everyone has what?

2. Why does Bessie believe that the artist Gladys Mgudlandlu is so successful?

3. What does Bessie attribute her bad habits and violent nature to?

4. In "Makeba music," where would Russian people caught dealing in the black market be deported to?

5. What did Bessie have to start doing in 1966?

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