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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Gede's domination of the realm of death is reflective of a time when males held the power in Haitian families, and this is not the case any longer. In consequence, and in showing how flexible and ever-evolving the culture of Vodou is, a strong female version of Gede is slowly emerging, whose name is _____________.

2. Each of these women represents a generational link in a chain that, if broken, will cause what to happen to future generations?

3. He represents the idea that Haitians must connect to what, while shedding their skin and recreating themselves as needed?

4. ____________________ when she agrees to return to her family land in Jean Rabel to give a feast for the family spirits.

5. First, upon arrival in Haiti, the group visits _______________ where a ritual cleansing is performed.

Short Essay Questions

1. Who does Aunt Emma represent? Why is this important?

2. What is Alourdes' main role in Vodou? Describe her actions in this role. Why does she act this way?

3. How is myth important in Alourdes' life of Vodou?

4. Why do the initiates do the answer to number 55 in the cemetery?

5. What is one of the best stories in this chapter? Why?

6. What is learned about participating in the initiation rite?

7. What is Alourdes' response regarding Catholic priests? What does this reveal about Haitians?

8. What similarity exists between Marie Claire and Maggie?

9. What is significant about Karen's marriage to Papa Danbala?

10. What understanding does this chapter give us regarding Alourdes and her daughter?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The truth about Vodou is told in this book.

Part 1) Summarize Vodouism. What are the truths about Vodouism? How do these truths compare to your initial thoughts about Vodou?

Part 2) How does Vodouism compare to other religions? What are the reasons for these similarities and differences?

Part 3) How has your opinion and knowledge of Vodou changed throughout the course of this book? How might this influence your opinions of other religions and beliefs?

Essay Topic 2

Vodou is a part of Haitian culture.

Part 1) Describe Vodou and Haitian culture. How is Vodou incorporated into everyday life in Haiti? How is it also similar to other religions?

Part 2) What religions are important and influential in the U.S.? How does religion affect the lives of many Americans? How does it influence the way our country was created and is now organized and run?

Part 3) Is religion a part of your own life? If so, how If not, why not? How different might your life be if you practiced Vodou? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

The women in this culture are very strong.

Part 1) Describe Haitian women. How do they compare to women of other cultures? Why might these similarities and differences exist?

Part 2) How do Haitian women compare to Haitian men? Why are their roles designated in this way How do these gender roles compare to other cultures?

Part 3) How have the roles of women changed in Haiti? How does this compare to the changes of how women are viewed in other parts of the world today?

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