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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 31-40.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What order is given to the young boy who continually talks when he should be silent?
(a) He is beaten in front of the other boys.
(b) He is sent back to the village.
(c) He is given nothing to eat.
(d) He is sent to catch a live bird.

2. What does a shrouded moon signify?
(a) That the following day will be bright.
(b) That there will be a storm.
(c) That Allah is displeased.
(d) That Allah is preparing a reward.

3. Why do the people of Kunta's village protect owls?
(a) They are protected by Allah.
(b) The spirits of ancestors reside in owls.
(c) They are prohibited by the religion.
(d) They are elusive.

4. What year is the baby who will be named Kunta born?
(a) 1570
(b) 1750
(c) 1887
(d) 1850

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the purpose of the turtle and the fish in the village well?

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

3. How many times daily do the men stop for prayers?

4. What is the rule Kunta must follow when it is time to eat?

5. What do the elders say is the advantage the toubob have over the tribes of Africans?

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