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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 13 and 14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Diara returns to work, how does Tiemoko try to track him down?
(a) Through his son.
(b) Bribing people in the marketplace.
(c) By following his wife.
(d) Following the train tracks.

2. At the end of "Chapter 7", what does the narrator say has failed?
(a) The French.
(b) A chance for peace.
(c) Union negotiations.
(d) Humanity.

3. Who does Beaugosse feel is really running the strike?
(a) Arona.
(b) Doudou.
(c) The French.
(d) Himself.

4. In "Chapter 12", how does Doudou feel about his position in the union?
(a) He is happy.
(b) He is angry.
(c) He is unhappy.
(d) He is grateful.

5. Why do the women of Thies gather at Dieynaba's?
(a) They are entertained by her stories.
(b) They are inspired by her strength.
(c) They all owe her money.
(d) They enjoy her cooking.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who lives at N'diayene?

2. In "Chapter 11", what do Penda and Maimouna discuss?

3. What does Tiemoko do when he realizes Diara returned to work?

4. Why is Doudou offered money in "Chapter 12"?

5. After killing the ram in "Chapter 6", what does Ramatoulaye remind the other women?

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