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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. In "Chapter 10", how does Sounkare describe his life as he visits the strike committee?
(a) Loved.
(b) Pleasant.
(c) Unhappy.
(d) Complicated.

2. What is the first thing the apprentices steal using their sling shots?
(a) Water.
(b) Ham.
(c) Chicken.
(d) Rice.

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

4. In "Chapter 3", how many workers are killed in the battle?
(a) Four.
(b) Six.
(c) Seven.
(d) Five.

5. At Diara's trial, why is it suggested that he be flogged?
(a) Because Diara is widely disliked.
(b) Because all the other workers were beaten.
(c) Because that's what the Koran dictates.
(d) Because it's French law.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is N'Deye Touti described as being "worldly"?

2. How do the French feel about Pierrot wanting to get to know the Africans better?

3. How does the narrator describe Pierrot when he first appears in "Chapter 14"?

4. In "Chapter 6", what does the narrator say people began to talk about when they spoke of the strike?

5. Why does Ramatoulaye argue with a shopkeeper in "Chapter 4"?

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