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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 61-70.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Kunta know he and his mates are approaching a freshly cut bamboo grove?
(a) He senses it from the direction they are walking.
(b) He smells it through his hood.
(c) He sees it.
(d) He hears the slaves talking about it.

2. What is the message Kunta believes has come to him from Allah after he is on land?
(a) That he will survive if he continues to have faith.
(b) That his life is in the hands of Allah.
(c) That he is to be returned to his family.
(d) That the wise man learns from the animals.

3. Who has the responsibility for harvesting rice?
(a) The young boys
(b) The women
(c) The men
(d) The entire family

4. What does Kunta learn is the reason that Fiddler is no longer playing for the slaves?
(a) He is paid to play for the whites and is worn out.
(b) He is planning to leave the plantation.
(c) He is getting too old to play well.
(d) He is angry at Kunta.

5. What is the name of the brown man who first befriends Kunta?
(a) Fredrick
(b) Buck
(c) Fiddler
(d) Samson

Short Answer Questions

1. How is Kunta told that a griot learns his skill?

2. What is the attitude of Nyo Boto toward the men of the tribe?

3. How many additional captives are with Kunta when he is first taken?

4. Where does Kunta plan to go on his next trip?

5. What new job is Kunta given after the incident with the house girl's attempted escape?

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