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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How are Camara's father's apprentices treated?
(a) Like spoiled children.
(b) Like children of the family.
(c) Like adults.
(d) Like children of the neighbors.

2. How does the farmer's life seem to Camara?
(a) Boring.
(b) Healthy.
(c) Stupid.
(d) Picturesque.

3. What do the guests shower the boys with during the circumcision ceremony?
(a) Flowers.
(b) Water.
(c) Handkerchiefs.
(d) Gifts.

4. Why does Camara's father always do the gold work himself?
(a) Because other people argue about this work.
(b) Because he's the boss.
(c) Because he has special powers.
(d) Because he wants to make all the money.

5. Why do women want trinkets made out of gold?
(a) For decoration.
(b) For no special reason.
(c) For a friend.
(d) For special occasions.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long is the walk from Kouroussa to Tindican normally?

2. Why are there always many apprentices staying at Camara's father's forge?

3. Who do the older children take their frustration out on?

4. What does Kouyate's father do as a profession?

5. What does Camara's father do when he hears the douga?

(see the answer key)

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