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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part IV: The Beg Pardon; Chapters 1-3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How do the people position themselves in preparation for the Beg Pardon?
(a) They lie with their faces to the ground.
(b) They sit in a single row.
(c) They lie on the ground wherever they want.
(d) They are on their knees and forming a circle.

2. Who tried to quiet Avey and Jay's fighting?
(a) The landlord.
(b) Sis.
(c) The neighbor lady.
(d) Annawilda.

3. What type of dances follow the Beg Pardon?
(a) Creole.
(b) Gyspy.
(c) Rhumba.
(d) Calypso.

4. What does each person say to his ancestors during the Beg Pardon?
(a) I am not worthy.
(b) Pa'done mwe.
(c) Your blessing please.
(d) Forgiveness heals.

5. Who is Avey's youngest daughter?
(a) Melissa.
(b) Melanie.
(c) Marie.
(d) Marion.

Short Answer Questions

1. Avey says that her mind is now as empty as ____________________.

2. What is Avey Johnson doing as the novel opens?

3. Who are the first humans Avey sees today?

4. Which culture is Avey reminded of when she sees her hotel?

5. Why do the native people leave for the tiny island every year?

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