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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Who is Mamadou?
(a) Camara's nephew.
(b) Camara's brother.
(c) Camara's cousin.
(d) Camara's uncle.

3. What is Camara worried about when he returns home after his final exams in Conakry?
(a) How his parents will react to his decision to study abroad.
(b) His parents' reaction to his school results.
(c) Being away from Marie.
(d) His parents' health.

4. Why do all the apprentices and workers in the blacksmith shop turn their attention to the production of the trinket?
(a) Because gold work is rare and fascinating.
(b) Because gold work is abundant and fascinating.
(c) Because gold work is rare and boring.
(d) Because gold work is boring.

5. Why do women want trinkets made out of gold?
(a) For decoration.
(b) For no special reason.
(c) For a friend.
(d) For special occasions.

Short Answer Questions

1. What type of emotion is outwardly manifested during the circumcision ceremony?

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

3. How long is Camara planning to study abroad?

4. What do the older boys and men do after the procession?

5. What does Fanta bring Camara after he runs off crying after the ordeal at school?

(see the answer key)

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