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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 neighborhood of the city does Msimangu live in?
(a) Orlando.
(b) Alexandra.
(c) Claremont.
(d) Sophiatown.

2. What is the name of the woman who rents a room to Kumalo?
(a) Mrs. Lithebe.
(b) Mrs. Dubula.
(c) Mrs. Mkize.
(d) Mrs. Ndlela.

3. Which of the following best describes John’s relationship with his own son?
(a) John has fully disinherited his son in order to give more to his younger children.
(b) They are estranged because John’s son is friends with criminals.
(c) Since John’s son got married, they rarely see each other.
(d) They are close and John’s son still lives with John.

4. How long is the waiting list for a new house in Orlando?
(a) One year.
(b) Eight years.
(c) Three years.
(d) Five years.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following does the black woman NOT lament?

2. What tragedy does the black woman suffer?

3. Why did Kumalo’s sister originally go to the city?

4. What was the murdered man most well-known for?

5. What year does the novel take place?

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