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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. Where was the white man murdered?
(a) He was murdered while working with poor blacks.
(b) He was murdered at the gold mines.
(c) He was murdered in his own home.
(d) He was murdered on the street.

2. What has become of Kumalo’s sister since she arrived in the city?
(a) She has been jailed without cause.
(b) She has divorced her husband.
(c) She has turned to liquor and prostitution.
(d) She has become a nun.

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

4. What is the name of the family Absalom was living with in Orlando?
(a) Hlayshwayo.
(b) Pafuri.
(c) Seme.
(d) Jarvis.

5. How many accomplices did Absalom have in the murder?
(a) Three.
(b) Four.
(c) Two.
(d) One.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long is the waiting list for a new house in Orlando?

2. What is the profession of the murdered white man?

3. Which powerful black leader does the anonymous black woman seek for housing help in Chapter 9?

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

5. Which character is angriest that Absalom has disappeared?

(see the answer key)

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