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) 1860
B) 1870
C) 1865
D) 1850

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

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

4. What theme is prevalent in 'Barracoon'?

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

5. What year was 'Barracoon' published?

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

6. What did Cudjoe Lewis's story symbolize?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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