LUOA English 10 Quiz: Cry, the Beloved Country Chapters 16-29
Why is Jarvis initially hurt by his son's essay?
His son felt like he was uninfoirmed about the real world
What surprises Jarvis the most about his son's funeral?
How may races and types of people were present
Why is the newspaper headline about another murder unfortunate timing?
It may impact Absalom's case.
Why is the newspaper headline unfortunate timing?
It may impact Ansalom's 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
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
Upon what issue did Arthur and James Jarvis disagree?
Natives
Harrison often disagreed with Arthur about the natives and the problems in South Africa. How does Harrison feel about Arthur now?
Respect and admiration
Why is the girl no longer employed by the Smiths?
She was arrested
What did Kumalo and the girl agree to do?
She will marry Absalom and return home with Kumalo
What do Kumalo and the girl agree to do?
She will marry Absalom and return home with umfundisi.
How does Absalom feel about the execution of his sentence?
Terrified
Why does Mrs. Lithebe tell the girl to stop laughing?
The girl needs to be more mature and maintain a composure now that she is part of a family.
What are the police afraid John Kumalo will incite?
a strike
Which word best describes Kumalo's state when he sees Jarvis?
addle
What do white people realize when they think of every black man and black woman refusing to work?
all of the answers
Why does the policeman think that Jarvis won't pass the bloodstain anymore?
because he can't 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
What condition is threatening Mr. Jarvis' and other famers' land?
drought
What does "pro deo" mean?
for God
Why are Kumalo, the girl, and father Vincent at the jail?
for the marriage
What emotion does umfundisi regret while speaking to the girl?
his desire to hurt the girl
Which word best describes the people's feelings about judges?
honorable
What does Kumalo do when he goes to see his brother?
lies to him about a spy in his shop
What is John Kumalo afraid of?
losing his possessions
What are Matthew and Johannes's verdicts?
not guilty
Match the character names to their thoughts on John Kumalo.
thinks John is holding back for his own benefit Msimungu / Stephen Does not like the speech or tone Jarvis Think John could be dangerous if he did not pull back The Police
Why does Kumalo go to see his brother John?
to confront him about Matthew's part in the crime
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 is in the envelope that Jarvis gives Harrison?
1,000 pounds
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
What is the main idea of John's argument?
Black workers should get an equal share of profits for their work in the mines, or else not work
What is the main idea of Arthur's book?
Europeans should change their habits and procedures now that they have seen their impact on native society
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
Pro Deo:
For God
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.
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?
He can marry the girl His father has found 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 had a bullet in his gun
Who is Mr. Carmichael?
He is Absalom's lawyer.
How does reading the essay ultimately change Jarvis's feelings?
He is no longer afraid
What is Msimangu doing that no other black priest has done?
He is retiring to a special home for priests.
Check the answers that are true of Arthur Jarvis.
He was a sought after speaker He was writing a book about native crime He was elected president of a boy's club
What desire does Gertrude discuss with Mrs. Lithebe and the girl?
Her desire to become a nun
