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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. How old is Zenzile when she goes into labor?
2. Who is Jezile?
3. Why does Jezile feel great shame?
4. What kind of personality does Mabiyela have?
5. Why does Jezile become angry with Zenzile's family?
Short Essay Questions
1. How do the women feel when Nosizwe is first separated from them?
2. What are the officials of BAD like?
3. What are some of the hardships Siyalo, MaBiyela, and S'naye experience while Jezile is in prison?
4. Describe MaBiyela.
5. Describe Jezile.
6. What happens while Nosizwe is isolated in her prison cell?
7. Why is Nosizwe separated from the other women while in prison?
8. How does Jezile feel when she returns home?
9. How does Jezile feel when she realizes she is pregnant?
10. What signals Jezile that she might be pregnant while in prison?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
The conclusion of And They Didn't Die leaves Jezile's fate unknown. She has killed a white man in the defense of her daughter and could possibly face death because of it. Write an essay that explores the conclusion of And They Didn't Die. Is Jezile resigned to her fate? Does she fear the future? What does Siyalo think of her murdering the soldier? Is he proud of his wife for her heroic act? Be sure the provide examples to support your work.
Essay Topic 2
The city of Durban is large and sprawling. Jezile imagines the comforts Siyalo is privileged with while he works there most of the year. However, she realizes her initial impressions are wrong once she visits and sees the city with her own eyes. Write an essay that explores the city of Durban. How large is Durban? Does the city have a high population? In which part of the city does Siyalo live? What are the conditions of his home? Be sure the provide examples to support your work.
Essay Topic 3
Jezile has a few friends which she relies on for companionship and support. One of these friends is a woman named Zenzile who dies early on in the story. Write an essay that explores the theme of friendship within the context of the narrative. Who are Jezile's closest friends? What do these women do for a living? Do they have families? Why are friends important to Jezile? In which cases does she rely on them for help and support? Explain your rationale by providing examples from the book.
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