English Final Test

In Cry, the Beloved Country, which of the following is something John Kumalo would likely say about the Church? "I cannot understand why God would want anything to do with me." "It has not done enough." "I will give my money but not my time." "It is for fools and simpletons."

"It has not done enough."

In Cry, the Beloved Country, what is in the envelope that Jarvis gives Harrison? An apology letter 1,000 pounds A thank you note for his hospitality A copy of Arthur Jarvis's article

1,000 pounds

In Cry, the Beloved Country, the Native Land Act of 1913 gave how much land to the black, native citizens? 50% 100% 7% None

7%

In Cry, the Beloved Country, what does the little girl bring to Kumalo at the beginning of the story? Bread A letter A white man Flowers

A letter

In Cry, the Beloved Country, what kind of person prevents Kumalo and Msimangu from getting on the bus? A police officer Incorrect. A protester A white man A minister

A protester

In Cry, the Beloved Country, what are the police afraid John Kumalo will cause? A riot Civil war A strike Unity

A strike

What gift do the people of St. Mark's Church give in honor of the dead? A wreath A bushel of corn A lantern A wooden cross

A wreath

In Cry, the Beloved Country, what devastating news does Kumalo hear about his family? His wife at home is very ill. He is very sick and will die soon. Gertrude and the boy have left. Absalom and his cousin are responsible for the murder.

Absalom and his cousin are responsible for the murder.

In Cry, the Beloved Country, what news about Absalom do the men find out in Pimville? Absalom has begin stealing again. Absalom is gone and has missed work. Absalom is helping others get on their feet. Absalom is searching for his family.

Absalom is gone and has missed work

In Cry, the Beloved Country, which word best describes Kumalo's state when he sees Jarvis? Addled Disconsolate Indignant Terrified

Addled

What are Arthur's last recorded words? Hope for the natives It was permissible The best thing to do Allow me a minute

Allow me a minute

In "A Very Old Man with Enormous Wings," which of the following is consistent with the genre of magical realism? An angel lands in an ordinary town full of ordinary people. An angel lands in a magical place. The angel remains in the spiritual world and never interacts with humans. The angel looks exactly the way the townspeople expect.

An angel lands in an ordinary town full of ordinary people.

In Cry, the Beloved Country, what was the name for the South African act that led to sweeping racist laws and extreme segregation? Racism Jim Crow Laws Apartheid Johannesburg

Apartheid

In Cry, the Beloved Country, while Kumalo waits to hear his son's whereabouts, the newspaper reports a sad event. What is this event? Absalom is dead. Hundreds of natives have been arrested. Arthur Jarvis is dead. The reformatory will have to be shut down.

Arthur Jarvis is dead.

When Jarvis hears the news about his son, he is watching his farm underneath a cloudless sky. What does this symbolize? Hope that everything will be alright Bad news comes without warning. The future is looking bright. Into every life some rain must fall.

Bad news comes without warning

Which statement sums up the admonition the narrator gives about the land? Be aware—the land will make or break you. Be careful—if you take care of the land it will take care of you. Be wary—the land is always volatile and dangerous. Be in touch—the land will always bring you home.

Be careful—if you take care of the land it will take care of you.

Why does Absalom plead "not guilty" in his case even though he admits to killing Arthur Jarvis? Because he couldn't understand what the court had said Because all his friends plead not guilty Because he will admit to killing but not murder He insists that he killed out of fear, but did not go into the house intending to murder a man. Because his lawyer told him to

Because he will admit to killing but not murder

In Cry, the Beloved Country, why did Absalom have to leave Mr. and Mrs. Ndlela's house? Because of his friends He didn't have enough money. He had stolen from them. He was in prison.

Because of his friends

Why are the people resistant to Letsitsi's ideas? Because they don't think his plans will work Because they must give up some of their things Because he is white Because he disagrees with the chief

Because they must give up some of their things

In Cry, the Beloved Country, what is the main idea of John Kumalo's argument? Black workers should attack their bosses at the mines Black workers should stop working for white people altogether. Black workers should take over the mines and reap all the benefits. Black workers should get an equal share of profits for their work in the mines, or else not work.

Black workers should get an equal share of profits for their work in the mines, or else not work.

In Cry, the Beloved Country, which of the following were changes that Paton helped make at the boys' reformatory school? Boys were allowed to live in off-campus housing if they proved trustworthy. Boys were given a trade education. Boys were encouraged to join the church and become monks. Boys were allowed to use the bathroom at night. Boys stopped learning math and science if they wanted to.

Boys were allowed to live in off-campus housing if they proved trustworthy. Boys were given a trade education. Boys were allowed to use the bathroom at night.

What indication is there that the drought might end soon? The first rainshower Wind News of rain in a nearby town Clouds in the sky

Clouds in the sky

What condition is threatening Mr. Jarvis's and other farmers' land? Monsoons Erosion Drought Wild fires

Drought

In Cry, the Beloved Country, which language mixed with local dialects to become known as Afrikaans? English Spanish German Dutch

Dutch

What was the main idea of Arthur's book? Europeans should continue to use the natives as they have, because even though it is wrong, changing their habits will cause a financial loss. All Europeans should leave South Africa. Europeans were evil for moving to South Africa. Europeans should change their habits and procedures now that they have seen their impact on native society.

Europeans should change their habits and procedures now that they have seen their impact on native society.

Which word best describes the people's reaction to Kumalo's return? Sorrowful Excited Indifferent Curious

Excited

A work that is labeled as nonfiction includes only true information. True False

False

Both Kumalo and Father Vincent discuss a metaphor dealing with a storm approaching. Explain the two different ideas and applications of this metaphor.

Father Vincent always looks for the good in all situations, including the negative situations. He said, "And while there is life, there is hope of amendment of life." So, Father Vincent is already hopefully in an improved life. Father Vincent's idea of the storm approaching is looking at what the storm could potentially bring that's good and how it can improve a situation. Father Vincent probably thinks that the rain will cause a great harvest due to more vegetation being allowed to grow. Kumalo is different than Father Vincent, in the sense of the storm metaphor. Kumalo believes more that the storm will bring destruction to crops and shelters and that building back the city will be harder and more difficult and that the storm will have taken more than what will be given back.

What word best describes Gertrude's initial reaction to her brother's arrival? Sadness Fear Relief Happiness

Fear

Which emotion runs at the center of Cry, the Beloved Country? Joy Anger Fear Love

Fear

After Gregor's death, the family decides to... Take on more boarders now that the room is open Donate his body to science Find Grete a husband Take the day off

Find Grete a husband Take the day off

Who does Napolean say he works for? For the white men For Africa For those who have the most need Whoever is the richest man

For Africa

What does "pro deo" mean? For mercy For free For life For God

For God

In Cry, the Beloved Country, what are Matthew and Pafuri's sentences? Time served Life without parole Hanging Freedom

Freedom

Which cultural make-up describes Kafka? African-European English-Russian German-Jew Polish-Jew

German-Jew

What significant event happens at Odendaalsrust? Gold is discovered. A riot takes place outside of the mines. Another murder by a native boy The strike begins here.

Gold is discovered

In Cry, the Beloved Country, why was Absalom released? Check all that apply. Good behavior He had a child. He had a girlfriend. He wanted to return to his family. He was going to live with his Uncle John.

Good behavior He had a child. He had a girlfriend.

What favor does Kumalo ask of Mrs. Lithebe? He asks her to make the girl new clothes. He asks to let the girl stay with them. He wants to start taking care of her right away. He asks her to adopt the new baby. He asks to borrow money.

He asks to let the girl stay with them.

In Cry, the Beloved Country, what brings Kumalo to the house where Jarvis is a guest? He came to look for Sibeko's daughter. He came to ask forgiveness of Jarvis. He came to meet Sibeko. He came to confront Jarvis.

He came to look for Sibeko's daughter

In Cry, the Beloved Country, why does the policeman think that Jarvis won't pass the bloodstain anymore? He doesn't really care. He can't take it anymore. He is finally moving on. He is tired.

He can't take it anymore

In Cry, the Beloved Country, why did John Kumalo's son leave? He was worried about Absalom. He was angry with his father's politics. He was put in prison. He disagreed with his stepmom.

He disagreed with his stepmom.

In Cry, the Beloved Country, what bothers Kumalo most about Absalom's choices? He seems overcome with grief over them. He blames his father for them. He refuses to admit to them. He doesn't seem to regret them.

He doesn't seem to regret them.

Why does Umfundisi readily believe and forgive Gertrude? His wife asked him to forgive her. He feels an obligation because she is his sister. A voice from God tells him he must forgive. He feels that because God has forgiven him, he must forgive others.

He feels that because God has forgiven him, he must forgive others.

In Cry, the Beloved Country, what does Msimangu do for Kumalo before they part? He gives him hope that Absalom will be saved. He gives him money. He prays with him. He cries with him.

He gives him money.

In Cry, the Beloved Country, what lie did Absalom tell the people in charge of his rehabilitation? He hadn't done what he was arrested for. He was a Christian. He had no money. He had no family.

He had no family

In Cry, the Beloved Country, what news of Absalom do Kumalo and Msimangu find out in Shanty Town? He has been sent to jail. He has moved to another town. He is dead. He has been sent to a reformatory.

He has been sent to a reformatory.

Who is Mr. Carmichael? He is the judge who will decide Absalom's fate. He is the lawyer of the two boys Absalom says were with him. He is the priest who will help Absalom amend his life. He is Absalom's lawyer.

He is Absalom's lawyer

What news does Kumalo find out about his brother? He was killed in a mining accident. He is a priest at a local parish. He is the one who funds Gertrude's business. He is a successful businessman and politician.

He is a successful businessman and politician.

In Cry, the Beloved Country, how does reading Arthur's essay ultimately change Jarivis's feelings? He is no longer angry. He is no longer afraid. He is no longer sad his son has died. He is no longer hopeful for the future.

He is no longer afraid

In Cry, the Beloved Country, when Kumalo is getting on the train to Johannesburg, why doesn't Sibeko ask Kumalo for the favor himself? Sibeko is black and the Kumalos are white. Sibeko is white and the Kumalos are black. He is not part of the Kumalo's village. He is not part of the Kumalo's church.

He is not part of the Kumalo's church.

In Cry, the Beloved Country, what is Msimangu doing that no other black priest has done? He is presiding over a white funeral. He is being sent as a missionary to a white community. He is being reassigned to London, England. He is retiring to a special home for priests

He is retiring to a special home for priests.

Why do the people on the train laugh at Kumalo? He is so naive. He is so gregarious. He is so scared. He is so clumsy.

He is so naive

What helps Kumalo hold on to his belief despite his suffering? He is afraid of what will happen if he stops believing. He has an image to maintain as a priest. He is surrounded by a loving community. He actually does not believe.

He is surrounded by a loving community

Check the answers that are true of Arthur Jarvis. He was a sought after speaker. He was writing a book about native crime. He employed over 100 natives in order to give them adequate pay and healthcare. He was elected president of a boy's club. He was running for president. He hated Europeans.

He was a sought after speaker. He was writing a book about native crime. He was elected president of a boy's club.

In Cry, the Beloved Country, what reason does the young white man from the reformatory school give for his poor behavior toward Kumalo? He has a bad temper. He was disappointed. He is worried. He is impatient.

He was disappointed.

In Cry, the Beloved Country, what is John Kumalo's reason for not wanting to return to the tribe? He would have to be poor. He would have to go to church. He would have to obey the tribe chief. He would have to leave behind his wife and children.

He would have to obey the chief

In Cry, the Beloved Country, what desire does Gertrude discuss with Mrs. Lithebe and the girl? Her desire to become a nun. Her desire to go back to her old lifestyle. Her desire to have someone adopt her son. Her desire to become a Christian.

Her desire to become a nun

In A Thousand and One Nights, how does Sheherazad convince the king to allow her to tell a story to him? She talks to him while he eats dinner. She begins telling him a story first thing in the morning. She witholds his breakfast until he listens to her. Her sister asks to hear one last story.

Her sister asks to hear one last story.

In Cry, the Beloved Country, what news does Kumalo receive at the beginning of the story that sends him to Johannesburg? His brother is moving home. His daughter is missing. His sister is ill. His son is dead.

His sister is ill

What news does Kumalo receive from the young girl? His sister is ill. His daughter is missing. His son is dead. His brother is moving home.

His sister is ill.

In Cry, the Beloved Country, why is Jarvis initially hurt by his son's essay? His son felt that he was uneducated by the school he had attended. His son felt betrayed by his family. His son felt like he was uninformed about the real world. His son felt like his family had disowned him.

His son felt like he was uninformed about the real world.

What does Kumalo know will happen at sunrise? Jarvis will leave. The drought will be over. His son's execution His death

His son's execution

In Cry, the Beloved Country, 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 France Germany England

Holland

Which word best describes the people's feelings about judges? Honorable Careless Corrupt Untouchable

Honorable

What surprises Jarvis the most about his son's funeral? How many people were in attendance Learning even more about his accomplishments and passions How religious the ceremony was How may races and types of people were present

How many races and types of people were present

The Musee D'Orsay is a book that details the construction of the famous art museum in Paris and showcases some of the most famous works housed there, including information on the history of the art. This book could best be classified as ___ nonfiction. Instructive Narrative Responsive Persuasive Informative

Informative

The Joy of Cooking is a famous cookbook that has been in publication for over 75 years. It gives step-by-step guides for staple American foods as well as international delights. This book could best be classified as ___ nonfiction. Responsive Narrative Persuasive Informative Instructive

Instructive

What strange claim does Johannes make about his iron bar that convinces Absolom he should bring it to the Jarvis's house? It was used by a famous freedom fighter. A police man gave it to him. It was blessed. It was used by Abraham Lincoln.

It was blessed

In Cry, the Beloved Country, why did Arthur Jarvis ultimately devote himself to the cause of the natives? God wanted him to. It was why he was getting paid. It was right. He was a native.

It was right

What sad news does the milk carrier bring? Letsitsi will have to go home. Jarivs's wife has died. Jarvis is dead. There will be no more milk.

Jarivs's wife has died.

Jesus on the Cross He was inspired by political figures who fought for freedom. Abraham Lincoln He was acting on his faith and what He thought Christ would want him to do. Vergelegen He loved South Africa's countryside and natural features. Willows in the winter He honored South Africa's history and culture.

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 The servant Matthew Absalom

Johannes

In Cry, the Beloved Country, who is the man with the "great bull voice"? Arthur Jarvis James Jarvis John Harrison John Kumalo

John Kumalo

What does Kumalo visit the chief and the headmaster about? Keeping children in the tribe by teaching them better ways to farm Receiving Christ as Savior and starting a revival in Ixopo Rebuilding the school so girls could also attend Resolutions for the drought through irrigation

Keeping children in the tribe by teaching them better ways to farm

Father Vincent says, "And while there is life, there is hope of amendment of life." Explain how this might be comforting to Kumalo.

Kumalo might be scared due to multiple different things such as the traffic. Kumalo might be worried because a lot is constantly changing, but Father Vincent says, "And while there is life, there is hope of amendment of life." This means that what was lost can be brought back restored, so this can be comforting to Kumalo because what scares him now will become old and no longer scary.

Both Kumalo and Jarvis use weather metaphors to explain their feelings about the news of their sons. Explain the connection between the two images. What do they symbolize? What do the different images reveal about the characters?

Kumalo thought that the weather coming in unexpectedly meant there was going to be bad news coming without warning. This image reveals about Kumalo that he probably thinks more negatively. He always expects the bad things to happen before they happen. The second image that Jarvis used as a metaphor was that drought was threatening the health of his land and property. He interpreted this to meaning he was being drained and he was growing exhausted. This image could reveal that Jarvis is tired of bad news. The connection between these two images is that both Kumalo and Jarvis are constantly dealing with bad news.

What does the bishop instruct the Kumalo to do before Jarvis's letter arrives? Become a bishop Rebuild his church Leave Focus on being a priest instead of on social issues

Leave

In Cry, the Beloved Country, what does Msimangu believe is the ultimate power? Pride Love Honor Patriotism

Love

Which word best describes the hills of Ixopo? Desolate Lush Imposing Rocky

Lush

What item is the boy surprised the Kumalo doesn't have? A horse A sink Bread Milk

Milk

In the 2012 book Behind the Beautiful Forevers, author Katherine Boo tells the story of the lives of residents from the slums of Mumbai, India. This work could best be classified as ____ nonfiction. Instructive Informative Responsive Persuasive Narrative

Narrative

Upon what issue did Arthur and James Jarvis disagree? Natives Tribal versus city living Farming

Natives

The word "novel" comes from an Italian word meaning: Long narrative writing Story Book New

New

What lesson does Kumalo learn almost immediately in Johannesburg? To only trust Anglicans Not to trust people That he cannot speak Zulu Not to cross the street

Not to trust people

In Cry, the Beloved Country, which of the following best describes the conditions that lead to the creation of Shanty Town? Violence Pollution Overcrowding Drought

Overcrowding

In determining truth, an Existentialist would likely use... Social standards Religious texts Scholarly research Personal judgment and feelings

Personal judgment and feelings

Food Inc. is a famous 2008 documentary that sought to expose the treatment of animals in the commercial food industry and convince viewers to change their food buying habits. The documentary sought to make viewers feel so bad about how the animals are treated that they would stop buying meat from the grocery store. This documentary would best be classified as _____ nonfiction. Responsive Persuasive Narrative Instructive Informative

Persuasive

What are the people in Ixopo desperate for? Jobs Money Justice Rain

Rain

Harrison often disagreed with Arthur about the natives and the problems in South Africa. How does Harrison feel about Arthur now? Grief and despair Disdain and frustration Dismissive and flustered Respect and admiration

Respect and admiration

What are the four main categories of stories in The Thousand and One Nights? Drama Romance Fairy Story Comedic Anecdotes Fable Mystery Tragedy

Romance Fairy Story Comedic Anecdotes Fable

Which adjective best describes Gertrude's occupation now? Scary Surly Soothing Scandalous

Scandalous

In "A Very Old Man with Enormous Wings," why was the spider lady more interesting to the people than the angel? She shares her story and permits people to ask her questions. She can predict the future. She spins a web. She is a miracle healer.

She shares her story and permits people to ask her questions.

What do Kumalo and the girl agree to do? She will give up the baby for adoption and find another husband. He will pay for her expenses and then take the grandchild with him. She will marry Absalom and return home with Kumalo. He will pay her expenses to run away and not bother them with problems anymore.

She will marry Absalom and return home with Kumalo.

A story that is around 3,500-7,500 words is considered a: Short story Epic Novella Novel

Short story

Who is Napoleon Letsitsi? Someone who will move the natives off the land Someone who will create the dam Someone who will adopt the baby Someone who will teach the natives to farm correctly

Someone who will teach the natives to farm correctly

Where was Alan Paton, the author of Cry, the Beloved Country, born and raised? South Africa Egypt Kenya England

South Africa

Who is the main character in Cry, the Beloved Country? The Girl Stephen Kumalo Gertrude Kumalo Absolom Kumalo

Stephen Kumalo

In Cry, the Beloved Country, which word best describes the valley of Ixopo? Peaceful Stripped Bountiful Treacherous

Stripped

Which word best describes the valley of Ixopo? Treacherous Stripped Peaceful Bountiful

Stripped

What news does Mr. Carmichael send in his letter? That Absalom will receive mercy That Absalom will be hanged That Kumalo owes him 20 pounds That he can no longer represent Absalom

That Absalom will be hanged

What was Margaret's last wish as detailed in Jarvis's letter? For Absolom to be pardoned That the natives would be fairly compensated for their work That the village would learn proper farming techniques That the church be rebuilt

That the church be rebuilt

Of what is Kumalo embarrassed when Jarvis comes to visit? His worn, dirty clothing His lack of shoes The terrible smell in the church The holes in his church's roof

The holes in his church's roof

Why do the young people leave the villages? Everything in the village burned down. They no longer care for their heritage. They no longer want to work hard. The land is not productive anymore.

The land is not productive anymore.

Who does Msimangu blame for the brokenness of the black people? The mines The white man The villages The Church

The white man

In Cry, the Beloved Country, what was the money in the coffee can that Kumalo will use for the trip to Johannesburg supposed to be used for? Their son's schooling To feed the hungry children New pastoral robes A new stove

Their son's schooling

In Cry, the Beloved Country, why is resolution between the blacks and whites so difficult to achieve? No one will take charge. Everyone refuses to participate. No one knows what to do. There are too many opinions

There are too many opinions

What is ironic about the names of the streets in Claremont? They are all names of beautiful flowers, but the place is anything but beautiful. They are all names of precious metals, but the mines are killing these people. They are all names of tribes, but the city broke up the tribes. They are all names of white people, but it is a black part of town.

They are all names of beautiful flowers, but the place is anything but beautiful.

After Kumalo tells about Ixopo, its beauty and its current situation, what comparison do the pastors make between Ixopo and Johannesburg? They are both blessed. They are both lonely. They are both broken. They are both violent.

They are both broken

What are the white hills that Kumalo sees from the train as he approaches Johannesburg? They are mines. They are old military bunkers. They are graveyards. They are trash heaps.

They are mines

In Cry, the Beloved Country, what does the information Msimangu gets from Mrs. Mkize seem to imply about Absalom and his cousin? They are murderers. They are working undercover. They are thieves. They are revolutionaries

They are thieves

Which change that Napolean wants to make will ask people to change their cultural traditions? They will have to accept water from outside the village. They must stop plowing on hill sides. They will need to stop hoarding cows. They will need to plant trees.

They will need to stop hoarding cows.

What favor does Sibeko ask of Kumalo? To check on his property To check on his daughter To check if there is work he can do To check on his father

To check on his daughter

Why did Gertrude go to Johannesburg? To become a nun To help her sick child To find her husband To open a bar

To find her husband

Why does Kumalo go to the mountain? To survey the land To meet up with Jarvis To pray To grieve his son's death

To pray

Why does Kumalo go to see the girl? To see if she still wants to marry his son He is trying to arrange the marriage between her and Absalom To scare her into silence To see if she has had his grandchild yet To get any further details about his son's life that he can

To see if she still wants to marry his son

In Cry, the Beloved Country, why does Kumalo go to see his brother John? To tell him that he hopes he does well in fighting for justice, and that he is strong enough to be the leader To confront him about Matthew's part in the crime To shame him into returning home To tell him that power corrupts, and love is greater than force

To tell him that power corrupts, and love is greater than force

What modern convenience surprises Kumalo at the beginning of chapter 5? Toilet Fork Car Coffee pot

Toilet

Which image of Johannesburg best represents the Kumalo's fear of the big city? Traffic Diseases Train Clock

Traffic

As seen in Cry, the Beloved Country, 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 ______. Church Tribe Workforce Land

Tribe

As seen in Cry, the Beloved Country, which word is defined as "a group of people who share a common language, customs, and history?" Culture Tribe Race Kingdom

Tribe

In Cry, the Beloved Country, what kindness puts a broad smile on Kumalo's face? Msimangu's willingness to pay the taxi fare The willing information he has been receiving about his son's whereabouts White men giving rides to the black workers refusing to ride the bus The discounted rate of the taxi fare for an elderly man

White men giving rides to the black workers refusing to ride the bus

In "The Bet" by Chekov, what do the party guests argue about that leads the banker and the lawyer to make the bet? Murder Taxes Slavery Capital punishment

capital punishment

Which alphabet does Russian language and literature use? Cyrillic Pin Yin Latin Chinese

cyrillic

Which of the following are the main two categories for conflict in a story? External Familial Internal Nature

external internal

A nonfiction text typically has one of three purposes: to ____, persuade, or entertain.

inform

In Cry, the Beloved Country, what is symbolic about Kumalo buying Gertrude and the child new clothing? It's a new start. It's conservative clothing. It's tribal clothing. It's an act of submission.

it's a new start

Which word best describes Kumalo's first impression of Reverend Msimangu? Safe Over-confident Young Capable

safe

In A Thousand and One Nights, why does Shaherazad tell the Sultan so many stories? To entertain him To distract him while other women escape To save her life Because women were not allowed to be published authors

to save her life

What led to Chekov's death? A car accident Government imprisonment Tuberculosis A fight with his family

tuberculosis