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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 11-20.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why do Kunta and his father gather the dust of their first footprints of their journey?
(a) That dirt is blessed by Kunta's mother.
(b) To ensure their footprints would return to that place.
(c) To have a piece of home with them at all times.
(d) There is no explanation.

2. How do the people of Juffure learn that there are ferocious wrestlers on their way to the village?
(a) A messenger arrives with the news
(b) There is no warning
(c) The wrestlers always come at this time
(d) A strange drum beat

3. What do the men of the village give the "magic man" when he arrives at Jeffure?
(a) A beating
(b) Nothing
(c) Gifts
(d) Prayers

4. Who looks after Kunta and the other young children of the tribe?
(a) The older sisters
(b) The mothers
(c) The midwives
(d) The grandmothers

5. What is the rule Kunta must follow when it is time to eat?
(a) Chew with his mouth closed
(b) Never speak to adults who are eating
(c) Keep his eyes on his own food
(d) Eati only after the adults begin

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does a shrouded moon signify?

3. What is the purpose of the charms at the head of Omoro's bed?

4. What is the drawing on the hide displayed by Janneh?

5. What do Kunta's friends believe about the toubob?

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