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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When is Mehring's only chance of seeing his son?
(a) If he leaves the country to visit him.
(b) If his son decides to return to South Africa.
(c) If his ex-wife brings her son back.
(d) He has no chance of seeing him.

2. How do the Indians hope to keep officials at bay?
(a) Security cameras and fencing.
(b) Large guard dogs.
(c) Legal documents.
(d) Money paid constantly towards lawyers.

3. Why does Izak know the symbol Jalal is painting?
(a) He has seen it on shirts and cars.
(b) The symbol can be seen around town.
(c) He has seen it on television.
(d) He has painted it himself.

4. Where is Mehring's son, Terry?
(a) On the farm with Mehring.
(b) In Johannesburg with his mother.
(c) In the United States with his mother.
(d) Away at college.

5. What does Jacobus pass out at the meeting with several laborers?
(a) Cigarettes.
(b) Pamphlets.
(c) Identification cards.
(d) Important contact information.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why must Bismillah keep alert?

2. Why is Mehring easily able to make the issue with the young girl disappear?

3. Why is Mehring upset with Terry?

4. How does Mehring feel as he takes in the scene: river, reeds and willows?

5. Of what do the Indians have an inevitable feeling?

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