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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is an example of a preparatory ritual for gold work undertaken by Camara's father?
(a) Not washing himself for several days.
(b) Eating a lot.
(c) Washing himself all over.
(d) Not eating for several days.

2. What does young Camara do in his father's forge?
(a) He makes a nuisance of himself.
(b) He plays music.
(c) He listens to the sounds.
(d) He helps his father.

3. Who is the douga reserved for?
(a) For happy men.
(b) For healthy men.
(c) For powerful men.
(d) For celebrated men.

4. How did Camara's father initially feel after the special snake's first appearance?
(a) Afraid.
(b) Happy.
(c) Sad.
(d) Hungry.

5. How old is Camara in his earliest memories?
(a) Four or five.
(b) Five or six.
(c) Six or seven.
(d) Three or four.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the color of the special snake Camara finds one day?

2. When is the douga sung?

3. What fascinating animal does young Camara see in his father's forge?

4. Where does Camara wish he could be the night after he hears the story about the special snake?

5. Why do all the apprentices and workers in the blacksmith shop turn their attention to the production of the trinket?

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