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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. How much does Uncle Mingo bet on the second fight in which he and George participate?

2. What gift does Kunta carve for Kizzy's second birthday?

3. Where is Kizzy to spend her second birthday?

4. How many cocks does George plan to take with him on the trip to New Orleans?

5. Why is the name Virgil given to George and Matilda's son?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What is the importance of the stories about Kunta - called the African - to Kizzy and later to her grandchildren? How do these stories reach George?

Essay Topic 2

What is the belief of Kunta's people regarding the toubob and the taking of slaves? What is the significance of the white cock's death with regard to those taken captive?

Essay Topic 3

What is the relationship between George and Matilda early in their marriage? How does it change over time? Compare that to the relationship between Kunta and Bell.

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