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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 3, Chapters 1-3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the reformatory worker’s main concern about Absalom’s involvement in the murder?
(a) He is anxious that the reformatory’s reputation not be tarnished.
(b) He is devastated that a leader in the equal rights movement has been killed.
(c) He is irritated that he has been fired from his job.
(d) He is afraid that Absalom will be executed without trial.

2. What does Msimangu give Kumalo during their final moments together?
(a) He gives him a new set of clothes to wear in his priestly duties.
(b) He gives him a receipt for a stove for Kumalo’s wife.
(c) He gives him an heirloom ring that Kumalo can sell to raise funds for his church.
(d) He gives him his entire life savings of over 30 pounds.

3. After meeting with Absalom’s girl, how does Kumalo feel about the prospects for the future?
(a) He feels pessimistic.
(b) He feels a little bit of weight lifted from his shoulders.
(c) He feels exactly the same.
(d) He feels completely optimistic.

4. Which character encourages Kumalo to pray and look for things to be grateful for rather than to wallow in self-pity?
(a) Father Vincent.
(b) Msimangu.
(c) Mrs. Lithebe.
(d) Mr. Carmichael.

5. What do Ndotsheni’s children lack which is causing them to die in greater than average numbers?
(a) Malaria medicine.
(b) Milk.
(c) Clean water.
(d) Vitamin C.

Short Answer Questions

1. What language does John prefer to speak?

2. What option does Kumalo briefly consider upon returning home due to his shame regarding his family’s behavior?

3. Which character unexpectedly appears in Ndotsheni with the village chief and magistrate?

4. Who promises to help Kumalo find his sister and his son?

5. What sentence does the Judge give to Absalom?

(see the answer key)

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