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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 71-80.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Kunta remain away from the Fiddler's house during Christmas?
(a) Fiddler is ill.
(b) Kunta is suddenly ill.
(c) Kunta fears Allah will not like it.
(d) Kunta is called to work extra hours at the big house.

2. What does Kunta discover is the name of the black man who gives him the new name?
(a) Toby
(b) Samson
(c) Thomas
(d) Buck

3. What is the slave name of the man with the African name Boteng Bediako?
(a) Pompus
(b) Bud
(c) Thomas
(d) Pompey

4. What is the sign of mourning recognized by the slaves?
(a) A bouquet of dried flowers on the door
(b) A straw hat hung on the door
(c) A black shroud over the window
(d) A dark armband worn by the slaves

5. What is the sight that distracts everyone and allows the captive from the Wolof tribe to attack?
(a) Flying fish
(b) A sudden storm on the horizon
(c) Another ship
(d) The dancing slaves

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What item is bestowed on Kunta by Binta to mark his next step into manhood?

3. Why do the young men grow lots of food?

4. What does Kunta steal in the hope that it might help him escape?

5. What happens to one of Kunta's goats while he is supposed to be watching over them?

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