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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Esi spit in Fiifi's face?
(a) He spits on her first.
(b) He is attempting to rape her.
(c) He has spoken to her disrespectfully.
(d) He almost makes her drop the black stone.

2. How does Esi attempt to befriend Abronoma?
(a) She sends a message to Abronoma's father.
(b) She sends a message to Abronoma's fiance.
(c) She cleans for Abronoma.
(d) She tells Abronoma stories.

3. Why does Maame try to refuse a house servant?
(a) She was once a slave herself.
(b) She is opposed to slavery.
(c) She likes to clean her own house.
(d) She wants Esi to learn to clean.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How is Esi captured by the warrior?

2. The novel opens in what place?

3. Esi is from what African tribe?

4. What does Adwoa convince Effia to put under the bed to enhance fertility?

5. Who are Esi's parents?

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