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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Essays 17 and 18.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why was Barbara Kingsolver sad when she collected mussels from Horse Lick Creek?
(a) The species was adapting to pollution and changing color.
(b) The species was not a native species.
(c) The species were overpopulating the creek.
(d) The species was dying out.

2. What sound woke Barbara Kingsolver on her first morning in Cotonou?
(a) Pigs.
(b) Jet airplanes.
(c) Explosions.
(d) Mosques calling worshippers to prayer.

3. When was Barbara Kingsolver recruited by the librarian?
(a) Her senior year.
(b) Her junior year.
(c) Her sophomore year.
(d) Her freshman year.

4. What is Somba the birthplace of, according to Barbara Kingsolver?
(a) Blues.
(b) Religion.
(c) Humanity.
(d) Voodoo.

5. What was Camille thrilled by at Horse Lick Creek?
(a) Cliff dwellings.
(b) Crayfish.
(c) Deer tracks.
(d) Ancient ruins.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was the problem with the education system in Barbara Kingsolver's hometown?

2. For what occasion does Barbara Kingsolver say she bought an expensive, chic outfit?

3. What issues does Barbara Kingsolver say she learned about through the librarian?

4. What does Barbara Kingsolver say could be purchased at Turner's General Store?

5. What was Barbara Kingsolver fleeing from in the U.S.?

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