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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 3 and 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. What does Keita do when the crowd gets emotional at the strike meeting in "Chapter 1"?
(a) He gets the crowd more worked up.
(b) He leaves the meeting.
(c) He laughs at the people at the meeting.
(d) He calms the crowd down.

4. Why does Ramatoulaye argue with a shopkeeper in "Chapter 4"?
(a) Because she doesn't like what the shop is selling.
(b) Because she wants a job.
(c) Because she wants a better price.
(d) Because she is denied credit.

5. In "Chapter 4", why do the union members tease Beaugosse?
(a) Because of his fear of the strike.
(b) Because of the food he eats.
(c) Because of his wife.
(d) Because of his clothing.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Samba's role as a train worker?

2. Who does the narrator say knows who the father of Maimouna's twins is?

3. What does Ramatoulaye's brother keep as a pet?

4. Why does Ramatoulaye threaten to kill her brother's pet?

5. Who does Beaugosse feel is really running the strike?

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