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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why do the deputies visit with Dejean in "Chapter 3"?
(a) To question his role in the strike.
(b) To ask for jobs.
(c) To provide protection.
(d) To plan an end to the strike.

2. At the end of "Chapter 7", what does the narrator say has failed?
(a) A chance for peace.
(b) Humanity.
(c) Union negotiations.
(d) The French.

3. Why does Ramatoulaye argue with a shopkeeper in "Chapter 4"?
(a) Because she wants a job.
(b) Because she wants a better price.
(c) Because she doesn't like what the shop is selling.
(d) Because she is denied credit.

4. In "Chapter 9", where is Beaugosse told to travel?
(a) Bamko.
(b) The river.
(c) Union headquarters.
(d) France.

5. At Diara's trial, why is it suggested that he be flogged?
(a) Because that's what the Koran dictates.
(b) Because all the other workers were beaten.
(c) Because Diara is widely disliked.
(d) Because it's French law.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does N'Deye Touti go after leaving the police in "Chapter 9"?

2. Who does the narrator say knows who the father of Maimouna's twins is?

3. In "Chapter 9", how does N'Deye Touti learn that the police want to arrest Ramatoulaye?

4. What is Sounkare's job?

5. Why does Tiemoko visit Bakayoko in "Chapter 7"?

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