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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 5 and 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why do the deputies visit with Dejean in "Chapter 3"?
(a) To plan an end to the strike.
(b) To ask for jobs.
(c) To provide protection.
(d) To question his role in the strike.

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

3. What does Bakary do when the men arrive to strike in "Chapter 2"?
(a) He encourages them.
(b) He reports them.
(c) He tells them to leave.
(d) He watches them.

4. What was Bakayoko's role before he went missing?
(a) School teacher.
(b) Union leader.
(c) Local farmer.
(d) Head engineer.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Beaugosse do when it is suggested he take part in the delegation to meet with Dejean?

2. What does Keita do when the crowd gets emotional at the strike meeting in "Chapter 1"?

3. How does Mame Sofi get the water seller to leave the water behind in "Chapter 5"?

4. In "Chapter 1", how do the train workers decide to strike?

5. When the police come for Ramatoulaye in "Chapter 6", what do the other women do?

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