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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 51-60.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. How does Kunta know he and his mates are approaching a freshly cut bamboo grove?
(a) He sees it.
(b) He smells it through his hood.
(c) He senses it from the direction they are walking.
(d) He hears the slaves talking about it.

3. 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) He eats it.
(c) The dog eats it.
(d) It is out of his reach and he cannot get it.

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

5. What food is offered Kunta by the black slave?
(a) Meat
(b) Bread
(c) Nothing
(d) Gruel

Short Answer Questions

1. Who tells Kunta and the other children the story of Kunta's grandfather's prayers for the deliverance from the drought?

2. What does Kunta say about the color of "the missus?"

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

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

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

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