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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters VIII-X.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Cudjo, it had been the custom for wives of a deceased husband to take what action immediately upon the man's death?
(a) Give all of their money to the king.
(b) Whitewash their homes.
(c) Pack to move to fat-houses.
(d) Shave their heads.

2. What does Cudjo say had been his mother's name?
(a) A-la-loo-to.
(b) U-no-noo-pay.
(c) O-lo-loo-ay.
(d) Ny-fond-lo-loo.

3. There is a large tree in Cudjo's yard that bears what type of fruit?
(a) Bananas.
(b) Peaches.
(c) Mangoes.
(d) Pears.

4. What is the penalty for killing a leopard and failing to bring the king its required body parts, according to Cudjo?
(a) The loss of a wife.
(b) A hefty fine.
(c) 5 years in prison.
(d) Death.

5. How much money did the judge award Cudjo for the railroad's failure to blow a whistle or to ring a bell upon the train's approach?
(a) $650.
(b) $7,500.
(c) $10,000.
(d) $5,000.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Cudjo's first-born son's American name?

2. At what time does Hurston arrive at Cudjo's house at the start of Chapter II?

3. What type of creature does Cudjo use to explain his boys' tendency to get into fights?

4. What action does Hurston take when she sees Cudjo's face take on the qualities of a mask during one of their conversations?

5. How many children does Cudjo report having had with his wife Seely?

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