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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Four: "Ness" .

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Fiifi claim to keep trading with multiple groups?
(a) To ensure that all tribes are treated fairly.
(b) To protect any slaves from mistreatment.
(c) To get the most money and power.
(d) To create the most friendly arrangement.

2. Why does Aku introduce herself to Ness?
(a) She likes Ness from the start.
(b) She hears Ness singing in the Asante Twi.
(c) She knows Ness from the ship.
(d) She recognizes Ness as Esi's daughter.

3. What secret does Effia discover on her wedding night?
(a) No one can leave the Cape Coast Castle.
(b) Humans kept captive under the Cape Coast Castle.
(c) James is not allowed in the Cape Coast Castle.
(d) Ghosts inhabiting the Cape Coast Castle.

4. Who is Quey's father?
(a) James Collins.
(b) Cobbe Otcher.
(c) Kojo.
(d) Sam.

5. How is Esi captured by the warrior?
(a) He throws rocks at her until she falls from the tree.
(b) He catches her in a net.
(c) He shoots her with a British gun.
(d) He sets the tree on fire and waits for her to come down.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why do the English men call their African wives "wenches?"

2. How many miles must they walk to get to church?

3. What does the Devil do when he finds Sam and Ness?

4. Who is Quey's mother?

5. What is Ness's name short for?

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