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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 1, Chapters 9-11.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What is the primary emotional reaction of everyone Kumalo asks about Absalom?
(a) They all seem proud of Absalom.
(b) They all seem fond of Absalom.
(c) They all seem afraid of Absalom.
(d) They all seem disgusted with Absalom.

3. Which of the following is NOT something the white reformatory worker tells Kumalo about Absalom’s recent experiences?
(a) Absalom had decided to become a reverend like his father.
(b) Absalom rose to head boy at the reformatory.
(c) Absalom was holding a steady job at a factory.
(d) Absalom got a girl pregnant.

4. How long does it take to erect Shanty Town?
(a) One night.
(b) One year.
(c) One week.
(d) One month.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Stephen Kumalo receive a letter from in the opening pages of the novel?

2. What tragedy does the black woman suffer?

3. What is the name of the family Absalom was living with in Orlando?

4. What is John Kumalo’s profession?

5. What does Absalom’s former landlady in Alexandra reveal about Absalom’s behavior?

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