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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through "Fufi" - "Robert".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the foreword to the story "Fufi," how does the author explain his observation that most black people in Africa dislike cats?
(a) Cats carry disease.
(b) Cats are associated with witchcraft.
(c) Cats are annoying.
(d) The author explains that distaste for cats is actually an ugly stereotype that does not match his observations.

2. Why did the author cry after he and Patricia retrieved Fufi?
(a) He cried because Fufi bit him.
(b) He cried because Fufi loved another boy.
(c) He cried because the other boy gave him a vicious cussing out.
(d) He cried because Patricia was so impatient with him.

3. How did Robert feel when Patricia asked him to impregnate her?
(a) He said he did not like Patricia at all.
(b) He said he did not want a family.
(c) He said he was not physically attracted to Patricia.
(d) He said he wanted to start a family right away.

4. Who was the only member of the author's family who was willing to use corporal punishment on him?
(a) His aunt.
(b) His grandmother.
(c) His father.
(d) His mother.

5. What did the author believe about the dog Fufi before the vet looked at Fufi's corpse?
(a) He believed Fufi was the kindest dog in the world.
(b) He believed Fufi was stoic.
(c) He believed Fufi was a genius.
(d) He believed Fufi was stupid.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why was the author difficult for his caretakers to handle when he was very little?

2. Why was the author surprised when Patricia insisted that he go see his father?

3. What language does the author indicate was especially valued for making prayers while he was growing up in Soweto?

4. Which tribe does the author describe as "warriors"?

5. Why was the author unable to play with his cousins when he was very young?

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