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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 12, Pages 551 - 599.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Jordan delivers the statue to its new owner, Jordan is offered a job. What job is Jordan offered?
(a) A secretary.
(b) A chef.
(c) A sorter.
(d) A bookkeeper.

2. Who quickly becomes a sorter with an uncanny talent for picking out diamonds, no matter the size or color?
(a) Bazo.
(b) Ralph.
(c) Cecil.
(d) Jordan.

3. As part of Bazo's reward for bringing the king Pemba's head, how many cattle is Bazo allowed to choose from the royal herd?
(a) One hundred head.
(b) Fifty head.
(c) Twenty head.
(d) Two hundred head.

4. From what tribe are the men that Zouga comes upon as he is searching for men to work his diamond claims?
(a) Matabele.
(b) Inyati.
(c) Paradna.
(d) Induna.

5. At the double wedding ceremony, who does Louise marry?
(a) Zouga.
(b) Bazo.
(c) Mungo.
(d) Cecil.

Short Answer Questions

1. What "treasures" are the tribal warriors in search of that caused them to leave their homeland?

2. Who does Zouga send into the pit to hand up the equipment and tools?

3. After the double wedding ceremony, who commits suicide?

4. How many men does Zouga sign the first day he offers the higher wages?

5. According to the Digger's Committee, what is the wage Zouga is allowed to pay his men?

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