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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 the drawing on the hide displayed by Janneh?
(a) Writing of Allah
(b) A map of Africa
(c) The history of their people
(d) A map of the locations of the tribes of Africa

2. How many additional captives are with Kunta when he is first taken?
(a) He can't count them
(b) Twenty
(c) Eleven
(d) Eight

3. What is the fate of the man who has an infected wound on his leg?
(a) He is considered useless and is thrown overboard
(b) He dies in the hold while chained to Kunta
(c) His leg is amputated and he is returned to Africa
(d) His leg is amputated and he dies

4. What is the purpose of the charms at the head of Omoro's bed?
(a) To keep Kunta from having bad dreams
(b) To ensure good hunting
(c) To provide decoration
(d) To ward off evil spirits

5. Why do the young men grow lots of food?
(a) To feed their families
(b) To entice game
(c) To provide for the village
(d) To trade for things they can't grow

Short Answer Questions

1. What item is bestowed on Kunta by Omoro to mark his next step into manhood at age twelve?

2. How is Kunta fed when he becomes too weak to eat for himself?

3. What is the sight that distracts everyone and allows the captive from the Wolof tribe to attack?

4. What question is NOT asked of the boys of Kunta's group upon their graduation?

5. Who is the woman who tends Kunta after his failed escape attempt?

(see the answer key)

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