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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters VIII-X.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Cudjo say had been his mother's name?
(a) U-no-noo-pay.
(b) Ny-fond-lo-loo.
(c) A-la-loo-to.
(d) O-lo-loo-ay.

2. What position had the citizens of Africa Town awarded to Cudjo once he could no longer work due to the train accident?
(a) Magistrate.
(b) Sexton of the church.
(c) Mayor.
(d) Steward.

3. How many wives does Cudjo say his father had acquired?
(a) 8.
(b) 3.
(c) 5.
(d) 2.

4. How many names does Cudjo say it is customary for native Africans to give their children who are born on "de Americky soil" (72)?
(a) 3.
(b) 5.
(c) 4.
(d) 2.

5. From what type of implement does Cudjo always drink his well water?
(a) A tightly-woven basket.
(b) A china saucer.
(c) A homemade tin cup.
(d) A tall glass.

Short Answer Questions

1. Cudjo is wearing what item at the start of Chapter XI when Hurston picks him up and he begins to talk about his marriage?

2. At what time of day does Cudjo become a slave to the Dahomey people?

3. What is the title of Chapter VII?

4. At what time of day does Cudjo say the Dahomey had broken the Great Gate of Tokkoi?

5. What sign does Hurston name as indicating that Cudjo is somewhere close by his house?

(see the answer key)

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