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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters V-VII.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Chapter II's title refers to the arrival of what person in Cudjo's life?
(a) The prince.
(b) The duke.
(c) The king.
(d) The queen.

2. Who sells Cudjo to the white North American slavers?
(a) Olaudah Equiano.
(b) Captain Foster.
(c) Ben Meaher.
(d) The King of Dahomey.

3. From what type of implement does Cudjo always drink his well water?
(a) A homemade tin cup.
(b) A tall glass.
(c) A china saucer.
(d) A tightly-woven basket.

4. What gift does Hurston give to Cudjo during the visit when Cudjo tells her about his father?
(a) A can of mosquito repellent.
(b) A mother-of-pearl comb.
(c) A pillow.
(d) A ham.

5. What sign does Hurston name as indicating that Cudjo is somewhere close by his house?
(a) The front door is standing open.
(b) His great-granddaughters are on the porch.
(c) The front gate is unlocked.
(d) There is a fire going in the fire pit.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many slaves were bought in the same transaction in which Cudjo was purchased?

2. The King of Dahomey at the time of Cudjo's capture had what name?

3. What weapon does Cudjo describe being used by the overseer at the Meahers' plantation?

4. Cudjo reports that on his first day as a slave of the Dahomey, he could not take what action because he missed home too much?

5. What action does Cudjo tell Hurston he always has to take on Saturdays?

(see the answer key)

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