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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. In which season does Jezile finally return to her prayer meetings?

2. When is Ndondo baptized?

3. What happens to S'naye when Ndondo and Jezile leave?

4. Who finds a lawyer at Jezile and MaBiyela's request?

5. In Chaper 11, Jezile befriends ____.

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe Lungu.

2. What are Jezile and MaBiyela's beliefs when it comes to Siyalo's imprisonment?

3. How does Lungu overcome his disabilities to become a doctor?

4. Why does Jezile feel shamed of her second pregnancy?

5. How do Jezile and the other women feel when they are first released from prison?

6. Why does Jezile feel uncomfortable around the white foreman?

7. Why does Jezile desire a home of her own?

8. Why does Jezile dread Siyalo's return?

9. What are the young women in Jezile's village like?

10. Why is having multiple babies close together viewed as a bad thing in Jezile's village?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Writing style is very important with fiction, and And They Didn't Die is no exception. Write an essay that explores the writing style of Lauretta Ngcobo. Address various writing elements such as perspective, sentence structure, diction, and grammar in your work. Explain how these things contribute to the flow of the narrative. Be sure the provide examples to support your work.

Essay Topic 2

The culture of Jezile's village is radically different than other locations in the story. The people of Sigageni have their own unique way of living. Write an essay that explores the details of the culture Jezile lives in. How are the people of Sigageni different than those in Durban? How do they dress? Which languages do they speak? What are some of their beliefs? Use examples from the novel to make the point.

Essay Topic 3

Religion plays a major role in the lives of Jezile and those around her. Even in the darkest of times, she turns to religion to bring her mind relief. Write an essay that explores the theme of religion within the context of the story. What makes religion an important part of the story? How often does Jezile pray and go to church? What are her opinions on religion and the role it plays in everyday life? Which religious household does she turn to while in times of dark struggle? Reference the novel to support your argument.

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