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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 41-50.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Kunta's punishment upon his capture?
(a) He is branded again.
(b) He is beaten with clubs.
(c) He is whipped.
(d) He is bitten by the dogs.

2. What year is the baby who will be named Kunta born?
(a) 1850
(b) 1570
(c) 1887
(d) 1750

3. What is the gift Omoro gives Kunta upon his graduation?
(a) A blessing
(b) A drum
(c) A new set of clothes
(d) A pair of goats

4. What color does Binta dye her new cotton for the family's clothing?
(a) No color
(b) Blue
(c) Green
(d) Brown

5. Which of the following is not a rule Omoro tells Kunta will help keep him safe from being taken by the toubob?
(a) Never be out at night
(b) Never be without a weapon
(c) Never be alone
(d) Stay away from high bushes and weeds

Short Answer Questions

1. What name is given to Kunta's baby brother?

2. Why do the people of Kunta's village protect owls?

3. Why are the young men of Kunta's age urged to attend council meetings?

4. Where does Kunta plan to go on his next trip?

5. What does Kunta know to be the meaning of the frequent howling of women in their huts?

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