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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 do the elders say is the advantage the toubob have over the tribes of Africans?
(a) That the tribes don't band together against him.
(b) That he has money to buy what he wants.
(c) That he comes in great numbers.
(d) That he lies and cheats naturally.

2. What does Kunta know to be the meaning of the frequent howling of women in their huts?
(a) That the woman's family is hungry
(b) That a loved one has died
(c) That a child is being born
(d) That a husband has taken a new wife

3. Why does Kunta begin eating the horrible gruel that's put before him?
(a) He comes to accept that it's all that will be offered.
(b) So that he will regain his strength.
(c) He is hungry.
(d) To keep from being beaten for not eating.

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

5. What is the significance of a wrestler picking up the headpiece of a village girl?
(a) He is signalling an appreciation for her sewing ability.
(b) There is no significance.
(c) He is offering to trade her a gift for the head piece.
(d) He is expressing his interest in marriage.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

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

4. What is the name of the village where Kunta lives?

5. Why do the children of Kunta's village try to catch the flakes of ashes?

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