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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How is "all time equal" (30) in the dungeons?
(a) The slaves cannot tell time, so it does not matter.
(b) The lights are kept on constantly.
(c) The slaves pass their time in joy and song.
(d) There are no windows and no light.

2. What is Abronoma's nickname?
(a) Little Dove.
(b) Happy Bird.
(c) Large Child.
(d) Peaceful One.

3. Why is Quey sent to England for school?
(a) Effia thinks her boy deserves the best education.
(b) Effia wants the family to move to London.
(c) James catches Quey and Cudjo in an erotic embrace.
(d) James catches Quey and Cudjo drinking.

4. What happens to Esi in the soldier's quarters?
(a) He tells her he wants to take her to America.
(b) He threatens her with a whip and rapes her.
(c) Several soldiers take her black stone.
(d) He kisses her kindly and offers her water.

5. Why do Ness and Sam marry?
(a) They are compelled by love.
(b) They are in need of protection.
(c) They are forced by the Devil.
(d) They have no family.

Short Answer Questions

1. During what year does Quey's story take place?

2. As Esi is bound for the ship, how does she feel about the smile of any white man?

3. What is Ness's name short for?

4. Where has Ness NOT been a slave?

5. What is Abeeku's nickname for Effia?

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