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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. How many children does Zenzile have when she goes into labor?
2. What do the women decide to do when they learn of the passes they are to receive?
3. What happens to the cow which feeds S'naye?
4. Who is waiting for Jezile when she returns home in Chapter 7?
5. Where is Zenzile's husband when Zenzile goes into labor?
Short Essay Questions
1. What are some of the preparations Jezile makes to ensure her baby's birth goes smoothly?
2. Describe Nosizwe.
3. Why does Jezile have a difficult time doing her duties?
4. How does Siyalo react to the birth of his first daughter?
5. Why does Jezile feel jealous of Siyalo at the end of Chapter 7?
6. Describe Jezile.
7. How is Zenzile when Jezile returns from Durban?
8. How do women in Jezile's village typically give birth?
9. Describe MaBiyela.
10. Who does S'naye look like when she is a baby?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
One of the dominant themes in And They Didn't Die is that of love. Jezile loves her husband and is loyal to him even though she rarely sees him. She also loves her children and many of the members in her community. Write an essay that explores the theme of love within the context of the story. Why is love important to Jezile? Would she have been able to endure the years of hardship if she did not have love? Why is her love for Siyalo so enduring? Be sure the provide examples to support your work.
Essay Topic 2
Money is a constant worry for Jezile and her family. She often lives on very little while the white families nearby have more than they need. Write an essay that explores the financial struggles of Jezile and her family in And They Didn't Die. What does Jezile do for money at different points in the story? What are some of the staples she typically buys for her children? In which cases does her husband Siyalo contribute to his family's financial situation? Use examples from the novel to make the point.
Essay Topic 3
The reader is introduced to Jezile's political activity early on in the story. In the face of adversity and an overbearing government, she never backs down. Write an essay that identifies and explores Jezile's stance on politics and society. Why does she protest the laws the government tries to enforce upon her and her people? What are her thoughts on things like the dipping tank and passes? In which instances is she forced to choose between political right and wrong for the greater good? Use examples from the novel to make the point.
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