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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 41-50.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. 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.

2. What item is bestowed on Kunta by Binta to mark his next step into manhood?
(a) A slingshot
(b) A new knife
(c) New clothes
(d) New shoes

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

4. What happens to Kunta's food on the first night he is in the custody of his new master?
(a) Some children take it from him.
(b) It is out of his reach and he cannot get it.
(c) He eats it.
(d) The dog eats it.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How much does Kunta's new owner pay for him?

3. What is it that causes Lamin to scream as he and Kunta travel?

4. Who has the responsibility for harvesting rice?

5. What does Kunta discover is the name of the black man who gives him the new name?

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