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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 2, Chapters 9-12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which powerful black leader does the anonymous black woman seek for housing help in Chapter 9?
(a) Tomlinson.
(b) Dubula.
(c) John Kumalo.
(d) Msimangu.

2. What is Stephen Kumalo’s profession?
(a) He is a tribal chief.
(b) He is a reverend.
(c) He is a farmer.
(d) He is a teacher.

3. What was the name of the accomplice carrying this weapon?
(a) Richard Mpiring.
(b) Baby Mkize.
(c) Johannes Pafuri.
(d) Matthew Kumalo.

4. Who reveals to the Jarvises that their son has been murdered?
(a) Their daughter in law, Mary Jarvis.
(b) Their son’s brother-in-law, John Harrison.
(c) A local police captain, Van Jaarsveld.
(d) Stephen Kumalo.

5. Which word(s) best describes John’s feelings toward tribal chiefs and the Church?
(a) A philosophical respect.
(b) Absolute reverence.
(c) Amusement.
(d) Contempt.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Mrs. Ndlela tell Kumalo and Msimangu about Absalom that concerns them?

2. Which sacrament is performed immediately following the sentencing in the prison?

3. What name does Absalom ask his father to name his child if it is boy?

4. Which of the following is NOT something the white reformatory worker tells Kumalo about Absalom’s recent experiences?

5. Kumalo is described as moving _______, in the same rhythm as the tribal life. What is the adjective that best describes both tribal life and Kumalo’s movements?

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