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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why do the young men grow lots of food?
(a) To entice game
(b) To feed their families
(c) To provide for the village
(d) To trade for things they can't grow

2. What is the occupation of Kunta's owner?
(a) A gentleman farmer
(b) A politician
(c) A doctor
(d) A lawyer

3. Why do the children of Kunta's village try to catch the flakes of ashes?
(a) They believe each fleck of ash captured brings a day of plenty.
(b) It's just a game.
(c) They are trying to keep the fields from catching fire.
(d) They believe them to be good luck.

4. What is the sight that distracts everyone and allows the captive from the Wolof tribe to attack?
(a) Flying fish
(b) Another ship
(c) The dancing slaves
(d) A sudden storm on the horizon

5. Why are the young men of Kunta's age urged to attend council meetings?
(a) To learn the troubles of the tribe
(b) To be heard
(c) To broaden their knowledge
(d) To help make decisions

Short Answer Questions

1. What question is NOT asked of the boys of Kunta's group upon their graduation?

2. What does Kunta learn is the purpose of the trip being taken by the three young men who arrive one day at his village?

3. Why do Kunta and his father gather the dust of their first footprints of their journey?

4. Why are battles begun late in the day?

5. What infirmity does the "brown" man have during Kunta's recuperation?

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