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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 3: "Night".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Sidi fear will happen if she marries without following tradition?
(a) Her parents will disown her.
(b) People will gossip that she was not a virgin when she married.
(c) She will lose the status that she has as a leader in her village.
(d) She will end up with a worthless husband.

2. What confession does Baroka make to Sadiku that he says he has told no one else?
(a) He regrets his most recent marriage.
(b) He does not actually love Sidi.
(c) He is afraid he is becoming impotent.
(d) He is ready to step down as Bale.

3. Near the end of "Noon," what does Sadiku say that angers Baroka?
(a) Sadiku does not want him to take another wife.
(b) Sidi will not marry him.
(c) Sadiku does not trust the Favorite to take care of him.
(d) Sidi thinks he is too old.

4. When Lakunle hears Baroka's plans for Sidi, what does he say about Baroka?
(a) He is corrupt.
(b) He is jealous.
(c) He is generous.
(d) He is greedy.

5. Who is Sidi?
(a) The favorite wife of the village leader.
(b) The best friend of the "jewel" of the village.
(c) The senior wife of the village leader.
(d) The "jewel" of the village.

Short Answer Questions

1. While Sadiku tickles and rubs his feet, what does Baroka do?

2. How did Sidi meet the "lost Traveller"?

3. What excuse does Baraka give in advance, in case he loses his wrestling match?

4. What is Sadiku's response to Sidi's refusal of Baroka's proposal?

5. Whom does Sidi credit with having taught her to value herself and think critically about her choices?

(see the answer key)

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