Barracoon by Zora Neale Hurston

1. How did Zora Neale Hurston conduct her research for 'Barracoon'?

A) Writing a play
B) Using fictional narrative
C) By reading historical texts
D) Through interviews

2. What year was Cudjoe Lewis brought to the United States?

A) 1865
B) 1870
C) 1850
D) 1860

3. In what region of the United States was Cudjoe Lewis settled after his arrival?

A) Louisiana
B) Alabama
C) Texas
D) Florida

4. What was the significance of Cudjoe Lewis's story?

A) It recounts a plantation survival story
B) It focuses on African wildlife
C) It highlights the impact of the Atlantic slave trade
D) It is a tale of adventure

5. What theme is prevalent in 'Barracoon'?

A) The trauma of slavery
B) Economic prosperity of the South
C) The joy of freedom
D) Friendship among slaves

6. What year was 'Barracoon' published?

A) 1930
B) 2005
C) 1950
D) 2018

7. Why is 'Barracoon' considered an important work?

A) It is a fiction novel
B) It provides firsthand accounts of slavery
C) It only tells historical dates
D) It is a romance story

8. What aspect of Cudjoe's life does Hurston emphasize?

A) His identity and heritage
B) His travels in Europe
C) His wealth and status
D) His scientific contributions

9. What did Cudjoe Lewis's story symbolize?

A) The power of wealth
B) The resilience of the African spirit
C) The decline of the South
D) The danger of war

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