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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the gift Bell makes for Kunta prior to their marriage?

2. What is the sign of mourning recognized by the slaves?

3. What is the occupation of Kunta's owner?

4. How old is Kizzy's son when he begins working in the field?

5. What is the meaning of the name Kunta chooses for Bell's daughter?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Compare the first plantation where Kunta is held with the second. What does he say is the same at the two?

Essay Topic 2

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 3

How does Kunta come to marry Bell? What are his reservations about that step?

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