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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 11: "Yaw" .

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what way is Mr. Stockham a benevolent master?
(a) He allows them to choose their work.
(b) He allows them to earn their free papers.
(c) He allows them to read.
(d) He allows them a five-minute water break.

2. What is ironic about Kofi Poku's relationship with Crazy Woman?
(a) He was the one who gave her the nickname; now he cares for her.
(b) They have always been friends, throughout everything.
(c) He once loved her; now his wife visits her gardens.
(d) He was the one who put out her fire; now he keeps her cooking fire going.

3. Why does Aku introduce herself to Ness?
(a) She recognizes Ness as Esi's daughter.
(b) She likes Ness from the start.
(c) She knows Ness from the ship.
(d) She hears Ness singing in the Asante Twi.

4. What is Esi's nickname after her capture into slavery?
(a) Beauty.
(b) Ugly.
(c) Frownie.
(d) Smilie.

5. What is NOT one of the rumors regarding Yaw's scars?
(a) Yaw scarred himself to have something to discuss in class.
(b) Yaw is made of fire.
(c) Yaw's scars are from one of the many Asante wars.
(d) Yaw is cursed by the gods.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who are Yaw's parents?

2. How many miles must they walk to get to church?

3. Why does Ness want to run away?

4. Where does Abena hope to go?

5. What does the Devil do when he finds Sam and Ness?

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