View a FREE sample

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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How do the French feel about Pierrot wanting to get to know the Africans better?
(a) They think he's brave.
(b) They think it's foolish.
(c) They think it's just a joke.
(d) They think he's very kind.

2. How is Maimouna's social status described in "Chapter 2"?
(a) Royal.
(b) Middle.
(c) Aristocratic.
(d) Lower.

3. After the fire, who does N'Deye Touti think of?
(a) Mame Sofi.
(b) Her mother.
(c) Bakayoko.
(d) Beaugosse.

4. How many siblings does Strike have?
(a) Seven.
(b) Eight.
(c) Nine.
(d) Six.

5. Why is it suggested that Beaugosse take part in the delegation to meet with Dejean?
(a) Because he is the strongest.
(b) So he can increase their numbers.
(c) Because he is the best speaker.
(d) So he can meet Bakayoko.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "Chapter 5", what does Beaugosse reveal about his job?

2. Why are many men angry at Diara's trial?

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

4. What does N'Deye Touti do to show her support for the compound after Bakayoko leaves in "Chapter 17"?

5. What does N'Deye Touti call Bakayoko when he leaves in "Chapter 17"?

(see the answer key)

This section contains 252 words (approx. 1 page at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample