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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 2, Chapters 9-12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Kumalo humbly accept this apology rather than expressing his true feelings about the unnecessary anger directed at him?
(a) Because as a black man he has no place to criticize a white man’s behavior.
(b) Because as a priest, he feels it is his duty to turn the other cheek.
(c) Because he is so preoccupied with worry he did not even register he was being mistreated.
(d) Because he feels so much responsibility for his son’s sins he thinks he deserves to be treated harshly.

2. What image does Kumalo use as a metaphor for the trouble he now faces?
(a) A silent snake.
(b) A hunting tiger.
(c) An ocean wave.
(d) A destructive storm.

3. Where does the white reformatory worker say Absalom currently lives?
(a) Sophiatown.
(b) Pimville.
(c) Springs.
(d) Claremont.

4. What is the name of the murdered white man that Kumalo and Msimangu hear about upon returning to the mission?
(a) Arthur Jarvis.
(b) Father Vincent.
(c) Michael Seme.
(d) Johannes Pafuri.

5. Who has disappeared on the morning Kumalo is set to return to Ndotsheni?
(a) Mrs. Lithebe.
(b) Gertrude.
(c) Absalom’s wife.
(d) Msimangu.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which character shows the most disgust toward the Absalom’s girl’s behavior?

2. What is Kumalo’s connection to the murdered man?

3. How long does it take to erect Shanty Town?

4. Kumalo is described as moving _______, in the same rhythm as the tribal life. What is the adjective that best describes both tribal life and Kumalo’s movements?

5. How many black miners die during their short-lived strike?

(see the answer key)

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