Cry the Beloved Country-Test
Why is Jarvis initially hurt by his son's essay?
His son felt like he was uninformed about the real world.
A group of European settlers moved to South Africa and stayed, marrying and having children, and eventually became known as Afrikaners. Which country did they come from?
Holland
What are the conditions on Jarvis' gift?
It is only until the rain comes. It is only for umfundisi to give out. It is only for the children not in school.
As James Jarvis sits in his son's house realizing how little he knew of him, he notices four paintings on the wall. Match the painting title/description to what it reveals about Arthur.
Jesus on the Cross He was acting on his faith and what He thought Christ would want him to do Abraham Lincoln He was inspired by political figures who fought for freedom Vergelegen He honored South Africa's history and culture Willows in the winter He loved South Africa's countryside and natural features
Who does it seem was in charge of the incident?
Johannes
Who is the man with the "great bull voice"?
John Kumalo
Where was Alan Paton born and raised?
South Africa
What do white people realize when they think of every black man and black woman refusing to work?
They do not have the capacity to harness the repercussions if it happens. They are dependent upon the black labor. It would take a huge amount of organization to accomplish a strike.
Which change that Napolean wants to make will ask people to change their cultural traditions?
They need to stop hoarding cows to use as a sign of wealth
Paton felt that because men have gone to work in the cities and mines and families are broken apart, the country suffered from the breakdown of the ______.
Tribe
What kind of person prevents Kumalo and Msimangu from getting on the bus?
a protestor
What are the police afraid John Kumalo will incite?
a strike
What gift do the people of St. Mark's Church give in honor of the dead?
a wreath
Which word best describes Kumalo's state when he sees Jarvis?
addled
What are Arthur's last recorded words?
allow me a minute
When Jarvis hears the news about his son, he is watching his farm underneath a cloudless sky. What does this symbolize?
bad news comes without warning
Which statement sums up the admonition the narrator gives about the land?
be careful - if you take care of the land, it will take care of you
Why does the policeman think that Jarvis won't pass the bloodstain anymore?
because he cant take it anymore
Why does Absalom plead "not guilty" in his case even though he admits to killing Arthur Jarvis?
because he will admit to killing but not murder
Why did Arthur Jarvis ultimately devote himself to the cause of the natives?
because it was right
Why did Absalom have to leave Mrs. and Mrs. Ndlela's house?
because of his friends
Why do the young people leave?
because the land is not productive anymore
Why are the people resistant to Letsitsi's ideas?
because they must give up some of their things
Which word best describes Arthur Jarvis?
charitable
What indication is there that the drought might end soon?
clouds in the sky
What condition is threatening Mr. Jarvis' and other famers' land?
droughts
Which word best describes the people's reaction to Kumalo's return?
excited
What word best describes Gertrude's initial reaction to her brother's arrival?
fear
Who does Napolean say he works for?
for Africa
What does "pro deo" mean?
for God
Why are Kumalo, the girl, and father Vincent at the jail?
for the marriage
Why was Absalom released from the reformatory school?
good behavior he has a child and girlfriend
What brings umfundisi to the house where Jarvis is a guest?
he came to look for Sibeko's daughter
What piece(s) of news brings hope to Absolom's eyes in the prison?
he can marry the girl and his father found him a lawyer
What does Msimangu do for Kumalo before they part?
he gives him money
Which detail of Absolom's testimony is the one that seals his fate as a convicted murderer?
he has a bullet in his gun
Before he went missing, what indications were there that Absalom was doing well and was rehabilitated?
he has a job he is receiving good reports from his superiors he has money in the bank
Who is Mr. Carmichael?
he is Absaloms lawyer
Why do the people on the train laugh at Kumalo?
he is naive
How does reading Arthur's essay ultimately change Jarivis's feelings?
he is no longer afraid
What helps Kumalo hold on to his belief despite his suffering?
he is surrounded by a loving community
Why does Vincent think that his lawyer friend will take Absolom's case?
he wants to defend the truth
Why did the young man at the reformatory lash out at Kumalo?
he was upset because he failed his work
What desire does Gertrude discuss with Mrs. Lithebe and the girl?
her desire to become a nun
What emotion does umfundisi regret while speaking to the girl?
his desire to hurt the girl
For what does Msimangu ask forgiveness from Kumalo?
his rash bitterness
What does Kumalo know will happen at sunrise?
his son's execution
Which word best describes the people's feelings about judges?
honorable
What surprises Jarvis the most about his son's funeral?
how many races and types of people were present
Which word best describes Shanty Town?
impoverished
Which of the following is something John Kumalo would likely say about church?
it has not done enough
Why is the newspaper headline about another murder unfortunate timing?
it may impact Absaloms case
What strange claim does Johannes make about his iron bar that convinces Absolom he should bring it to the Jarvis's house?
it was blessed
What is symbolic about umfundisi buying Gertrude and the child new clothing?
its a new start
What does Kumalo visit the chief and the headmaster about?
keeping children in the tribe by teaching them better ways to farm
What does the bishop instruct the Kumalo to do?
leave
What does Kumalo do when he goes to see his brother?
lies to him about the spy in his shop
What is John Kumalo afraid of?
losing his possessions
What does Msimangu believe is the ultimate power?
love
Which word best describes the hills of Ixopo?
lush
What seems to be John Kumalo's passion?
making more money
What item is the boy surprised that the Kumalo doesn't have?
milk
Upon what issue did Arthur and James Jarvis disagree?
natives
What sad news does the milk carrier bring?
none of the answers Jarvis' wife has died
What are Matthew and Johannes's verdicts?
not guilty
What lesson does the Kumalo learn almost immediately in Johannesburg?
not to trust people
Which of the following best describes the conditions that lead to the creation of Shanty Town?
overcrowding
Which word best describes John Kumalo?
pompous
What are the people in Ixopo desperate for?
rain
Which word best describes Absalom's reaction to his father's questions?
reluctance
Harrison often disagreed with Arthur about the natives and the problems in South Africa. How does Harrison feel about Arthur now?
respect and admiration
Which word best describes Kumalo's first impression of Reverend Msimangu?
safe
Which adjective best describes Gertrude's occupation now?
scandalous
What do Kumalo and the girl agree to do?
she will marry Absalom and return home with umfundisi
Who is Napoleon Letsitsi?
someone who will teach them to farm correctly
Which word best describes the valley of Ixopo?
stripped
How does Absolom feel about his sentence?
terrified
What news does Mr. Carmichael send in his letter?
that Absalom will be hanged
What news does Kumalo receive from the young girl?
that his sister is ill
What detail does John Kumalo's hope for his son rest upon?
that no one can prove his son was there
What was Margaret's last wish as detailed in Jarvis's letter?
that the church gets rebuilt
Of what is Kumalo embarrassed when Jarvis comes to visit?
the holes in the church's roof
Who does Msimangu blame for the brokenness of the black people?
the mines
What modern convenience surprises Kumalo at the beginning of chapter 5?
the sink
Which image of Johannesburg best represents the Kumalo's fear of the big city?
the traffic
What was the money in the coffee can that he will use for the trip to Johannesburg supposed to be used for?
their son's schooling
Why is nothing between blacks and whites resolved in Johannesburg?
there are too many opinions
After Kumalo tells about Ixopo, its beauty and its current situation, what comparison do the pastors make between Ixopo and Johannesburg?
they are both broken
What are the white hills that Kumalo sees from the train as he approaches Johannesburg?
they are mines
What is ironic about the names of the streets in Claremont?
they are names of beautiful flowers, but the place is anything but beautiful
What does the information Msimangu get from Mrs. Mkize seem to imply about Absalom and his cousin?
they are thieves
What distracts Kumalo from his daydreams and descriptions of their native land?
thoughts of his son
What favor does Sibeko ask of the Kumalo?
to check on his daughter
Why does Kumalo go to see his brother John?
to confront his about Matthew's part in the crime
Why did Gertrude go to Johannesburg?
to find her husband
What sound advice does Father Vincent give Kumalo?
to focus on what he can do which is rest and pray
Why does the boy on the horse come back to visit Kumalo?
to practice his Zulu
Why does Kumalo go to the mountain?
to pray
Why does Kumalo go to see the girl?
to see if she still wants to marry his son
Why does the police captain come to see Mr. Jarvis?
to tell him about his son's murder
What kindness puts a broad smile on Kuamlo's face?
white men giving rides to the black workers refusing to ride the bus
What is in the envelope that Jarvis gives Harrison?
1,000 pounds
The Native's Land Act of 1913 gave how much land to the black, native citizens?
7%
What devastating news does Kumalo hear about his family?
Absalom and his cousin are responsible for the murder.
What news do the men find out in Pimville?
Absalom is gone and has missed work
What was the name for the act in South Africa that led to sweeping racist laws and extreme segregation?
Apartheid
What is the main idea of John Kumalo's argument?
Black workers should get an equal share of profits for their work in the mines, or else not work
Which of the following were changes that Paton helped make at the boys' reformatory school?
Boys were allowed to use the bathroom at night, given a trade education, and allowed to live in off-campus housing if they proved trustworthy
Which of the following cities is a capital of South Africa?
Cape town Bloemfontein Pretoria
Which language mixed with local dialects to become known as Afrikaans?
Dutch
What was the main idea of Arthur's book?
Europeans should change their habits and procedures now that they have seen their impact on native society
Which emotion runs at the center of Cry, The Beloved Country?
Fear
What significant even happens at Odendaalsrust?
Gold is discovered
What favor does Kumalo ask of Mrs. Lithebe?
He asks to let the girl stay with them
Why did John Kumalo's son leave?
He disagreed with his step mom
How does Msimangu's sermon seems to speak directly to Kumalo?
He feels his eyes can be opened and this situation can be made right by God
Why does umfundisi readily believe and forgive Gertrude?
He feels that because God has forgiven him, he must forgive others
What did Paton do that caused the government to confiscate his passport?
He fought against Apartheid in a political party
What news of Absalom do Kuamlo and Msimangu find out in Shanty Town?
He has been sent to a reformatory
What lie did Absalom tell the people in charge of his rehabilitation?
He has no family
What news does Kumalo find out about his brother?
He is a successful politician and businessman
What is Msimangu doing that no other black priest has done?
He is retiring to a special home for priests
Why do some people despise Msimangu?
He uses his preaching to encourage people to find contentment in Christ rather than fighting against the government
Check the answers that are true of Arthur Jarvis.
He was elected president of a boy's club, a sought after speaker and was writing a book about native crime
What is John Kumalo's reason for not wanting to return to the tribe?
He would have to obey the tribe chief
