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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2, In Exile, Botswana, 1964-1979, Essays.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 2, what does Bessie state is responsible for the elimination of polygamy in Botswana?
(a) Christianity.
(b) Education.
(c) Women's movement.
(d) New laws.

2. Why does Bessie believe that the artist Gladys Mgudlandlu is so successful?
(a) Her "escapism" style appeals to oppressed people.
(b) Her art sales benefit the community.
(c) Her art subjects are all local.
(d) She is very vocal about oppression.

3. Bessie describes Botswana men as what?
(a) Immature.
(b) Unmotivated.
(c) Not nice.
(d) Unattractive.

4. In "Village people," Bessie states that poverty in Africa is like a second skin and worn with what?
(a) Benign acceptance.
(b) Weary effort.
(c) Unconscious dignity.
(d) Determined resignation.

5. How does Bessie describe the people from the place that the American woman hails from?
(a) Creative and beautiful.
(b) Wealthy but caring.
(c) Lazy and spoiled.
(d) Exciting and adventurous.

Short Answer Questions

1. What race was Bessie's father?

2. In "Sketches," how does Bessie describe Botswana?

3. What race was Bessie's mother?

4. What startled Bessie in 1965?

5. Bessie views the author, Pasternak, as the liberator of what?

(see the answer key)

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