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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 16-18.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Daouda Dieng's occupation?
(a) Herdsman.
(b) Professor.
(c) Physician.
(d) Lawyer.

2. How does the narrator act upon hearing the news?
(a) She immediately packs and leaves for the United States.
(b) She flies into a rage and slaps Modou.
(c) She hides her distress from her visitors.
(d) She is indifferent since she is first wife and most important.

3. Who tells the narrator of Binetou's generous "sugar daddy"?
(a) Daba
(b) Nabou
(c) Aunty Nabou
(d) Aissatou

4. Why is the narrator upset about the sister-in-laws song?
(a) Because they praise both wifes equally.
(b) Because they sing out of key.
(c) Because they do not remember the narrator's name.
(d) Because they do not sing the complete song.

5. Why is the narrator upset about the donations from the people?
(a) It's too late to save others with needed medications.
(b) The people resent donating.
(c) The people do not donate very much.
(d) Most people decline to donate?

Short Answer Questions

1. How long does the narrator have to stay indoors after the funeral?

2. Who discusses the mysteries of birth and death with the narrator?

3. According to tradition, who stays with the narrator during this tragic time?

4. What is the difference between the narrator's friends and fellow teachers versus her in-laws?

5. What is one secret revealed about the deceased?

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