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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Two, Chapters Eight through Ten.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The opening scene in the novel takes place:
(a) Swimming in a pond.
(b) In a jail cell.
(c) In a dream sequence.
(d) On a train.

2. What is the result of Smith's return to his farm in Part Two, Chapter Three?
(a) Smith returns to his family.
(b) Smith decides to leave Africa permanently.
(c) Smith takes out a bank loan.
(d) Smith joins the army.

3. Why does Cobb return home?
(a) To take care of his ill father.
(b) A wedding.
(c) A funeral.
(d) To go back to school.

4. What does Gabriel mistake bullets for?
(a) Hummingbirds.
(b) Bees.
(c) Mosquitoes.
(d) Coconuts.

5. At Amory's party, what are Amory and Felix arguing over?
(a) Who will leave the party to get ice.
(b) What music to play.
(c) Felix being at the party.
(d) What appetizers to serve.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of Smith's wife?

2. Why are Gabriel and his men stranded at anchor for sixteen days?

3. What is the name of the hotel Smith stays at after leaving his farm?

4. Where do Gabriel and Charis first meet?

5. How long does Liesel Von Bishop stay away from Africa?

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