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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 kind of protest affects Kumalo and Msimangu’s attempts to locate Absalom?
(a) A bus boycott.
(b) A voting rally.
(c) A labor march.
(d) A mining strike.

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

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

4. What is the name of the murdered white man that Kumalo and Msimangu hear about upon returning to the mission?
(a) Michael Seme.
(b) Arthur Jarvis.
(c) Johannes Pafuri.
(d) Father Vincent.

5. Who does Stephen Kumalo receive a letter from in the opening pages of the novel?
(a) Absalom.
(b) Msimangu.
(c) Gertrude.
(d) John.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. How does Kumalo travel to the city?

4. How does Absalom react to Kumalo’s news that he will be married?

5. What is the phrase used to describe why the lawyer takes the case without payment?

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