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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 1, Chapters 15-17.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What is the name of the lawyer who agrees to represent Absalom?
(a) Mr. Johannes.
(b) Mr. Smith.
(c) Mr. Carmichael.
(d) Mr. Christie.

3. How does Absalom react to Kumalo’s news that he will be married?
(a) He is displeased to hear it.
(b) He is so despondent nothing can affect his mood.
(c) He begs his father to spare the girl the humiliation of marrying a condemned man.
(d) He is happy to hear it.

4. Who tells Kumalo that Absalom is responsible for the murder?
(a) The reformatory worker.
(b) Gertrude.
(c) Father Vincent.
(d) John Kumalo.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Which word(s) best describes John’s feelings toward tribal chiefs and the Church?

2. Which of the following is NOT something the white reformatory worker tells Kumalo about Absalom’s recent experiences?

3. After a visit from Mrs. Ndlela, what does Msimangu decide to do?

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

5. How long has it been since the Kumalos heard from their son?

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