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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part One - 1895: Pages 261 - 305.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to what Cecil Rhodes tells Jordan, what is the most important asset of any nation?
(a) Men.
(b) Gold.
(c) Cattle.
(d) Diamonds.

2. After Ralph sells his company, who does he next visit in Kimberley?
(a) Barney.
(b) Cecil.
(c) Aaron.
(d) Jordan.

3. As Robyn and Elizabeth leave the mission behind, who does Elizabeth secretly wish had come to rescue her?
(a) Harry.
(b) Zouga.
(c) Ralph.
(d) Mungo.

4. How many blades does Bazo promise the Matabele warriors that they will have by the time the great storm begins?
(a) 3,000.
(b) 1,000.
(c) 2,000.
(d) 5,000.

5. When Ralph is out prospecting with the man who will plan the development and extraction of the minerals, what does Ralph liken the continent of Africa to?
(a) A layered cake.
(b) A treasure chest.
(c) A wasteland.
(d) A pirate ship.

Short Answer Questions

1. Before converting to Christianity, what name was Ruth known by?

2. What is Ralph looking for in Wankie's country?

3. How long do the indunas wait in the village before the Umlimo comes down from the cavern?

4. Who eventually stops trying to convince Robyn to leave the mission, but simply picks her up, puts her on his horse, and rides away?

5. What are amaholi?

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