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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 1, Chapters 12-14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which woman has a reputation for being involved in illegal activity?
(a) Mrs. Lithebe.
(b) Mrs. Mkize.
(c) Mrs. Hlayshwayo.
(d) Mrs. Ndlela.

2. Which powerful black leader does the anonymous black woman seek for housing help in Chapter 9?
(a) John Kumalo.
(b) Dubula.
(c) Msimangu.
(d) Tomlinson.

3. How long has it been since the Kumalos heard from their son?
(a) One month.
(b) Six months.
(c) Two years.
(d) One year.

4. Which character shows the most disgust toward the Absalom’s girl’s behavior?
(a) Msimangu.
(b) Absalom.
(c) Kumalo.
(d) The reformatory worker.

5. 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 got a girl pregnant.
(d) Absalom was holding a steady job at a factory.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of the murdered white man that Kumalo and Msimangu hear about upon returning to the mission?

2. What is the FIRST place Kumalo and Msimangu visit to track down Absalom?

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

4. What neighborhood is Gertrude living in?

5. What is the name of the taxi driver who is friends with Absalom?

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