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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5 - The Baka Made from Jealousy.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Fouchard feeds Sina and gives her a place to rest whenever she comes to town to sell her goods at the market. Why does Fouchard do this?
(a) She is a kind woman.
(b) She knows that these favors will oblige Sina to her.
(c) She cares for Sina.
(d) She is Sina's aunt.

2. Macena believes that the spirits, like his wife, are there to do what?
(a) Hurt him.
(b) Kill him.
(c) Scare him.
(d) Serve him.

3. Why does Sina decide to "give" Philo, her baby, to Madame Fouchard?
(a) Sina knows that a single mother raising three children will not be able to provide a very good life for them.
(b) Sina knows that Madame Fouchard has control over her.
(c) Sina needs the money Madame Fouchard gives her for taking in Philo.
(d) Sina does not like Philo.

4. Why does Macena mourn bitterly?
(a) Unexpectedly, Macena's servant quits.
(b) Unexpectedly, Macena's dog dies while out hunting.
(c) Unexpectedly, this prize fighting cock of Macena's dies in the ring.
(d) Unexpectedly, Macena's best friend dies.

5. Who is Joseph Binbin Mauvant?
(a) Mama Lola's brother.
(b) Mama Lola's great grandfather.
(c) Mama Lola's grandfather.
(d) Mama Lola's father.

Short Answer Questions

1. Mauvant is what they call a _____________________ or a true African who has the spirits "on him" always.

2. Philomise is the ________________ daughter of Marie Noelsine, the family beauty.

3. He is a "grimo," or _____________ man.

4. She develops a good reputation within the Haitian community because of what?

5. Luc is a wealthy man, and he funds a trip for Philo and her son to do what?

(see the answer key)

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