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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do some believe about the king's bravery?

2. Who are the first Brazilians to arrive in Ouidah following the outbreak of war in 1851?

3. What is Taparica the Tambour wearing when Francisco arrives?

4. What is the cause of Yovogan's death?

5. What is the second part of the pardon Francisco eventually receives?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe Francisco's childhood. What signs are there that he is deeply disturbed? What might be the reaction to his actions in today's society?

Essay Topic 2

The first "Brazilians" who arrive in Ouidah as the slave trade is winding down are former slaves, the grandchildren of slaves who lived as free people in Ouidah. What do the slaves expect upon their arrival in Ouidah and what do they actually encounter? Why are what they expect and what they get not the same?

Essay Topic 3

There are two instances in which the characters of the book are faced with a disease. Compare the two situations, including the characters involved.

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