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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 10.

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) Not eating for several days.
(c) Washing himself all over.
(d) Eating a lot.

2. When the special snake began to appear on a regular basis, what did it do?
(a) He helped Camara's mother know the future.
(b) He helped Camara's father know the future.
(c) He helped Camara's father know life's secrets.
(d) He helped Camara know the future.

3. When does rice season occur in Tindican?
(a) In November.
(b) In October.
(c) In January.
(d) In December.

4. The dancing goes on how long after the circumcision ceremony and before the boys are taken to a special hut where they will stay?
(a) A month.
(b) Three weeks.
(c) Two weeks.
(d) A week.

5. What fascinating animal does young Camara see in his father's forge?
(a) A bird.
(b) A snake.
(c) A dog.
(d) A rabbit.

Short Answer Questions

1. The students' parents have been unaware of the atmosphere surrounding Camara's school. What type of atmosphere has it been?

2. Why do women want trinkets made out of gold?

3. What has happened to Camara's school when he returns to it?

4. What does young Camara enjoy doing from the corner of the workshop?

5. Why does Camara get hospitalized during his first year in Conakry?

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