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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. Why is N'Deye Touti described as being "worldly"?
(a) Because her father was an ambassador.
(b) Because of her travels.
(c) Because of all the languages she knows.
(d) Because of the books she has read.

2. What happens to Sounkare after he dies?
(a) He is buried in an unmarked grave.
(b) He is burned.
(c) His mother collects his body.
(d) He is eaten by rats.

3. Why does Dejean want to start a rival union?
(a) To try to end the strike.
(b) To have a new job.
(c) To try to feel equal.
(d) To make more money.

4. In "Chapter 11", how does Penda feel about sharing her bed?
(a) She doesn't care about sharing her bed.
(b) It reminds her of what is important.
(c) It makes her feel proud.
(d) It makes her angry.

5. Why does Penda ask about the father of Maimouna's children?
(a) Because she heard a rumor.
(b) Because she wants to find him.
(c) Penda doesn't talk to Maimouna about her children.
(d) Because she wants to get to know her better.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "Chapter 4", why do the union members tease Beaugosse?

2. What does Mame Sofi get along with the water in "Chapter 5"?

3. Who does Tiemoko take with him to arrest Diara?

4. In "Chapter 10", how does Sounkare describe his life as he visits the strike committee?

5. How many deputies visit with Dejean in "Chapter 3"?

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