The Blood Knot - Scene Five Quiz

What does Zachariah buy as a present for Ethel?

Question Answer Choices A necklace. A handbag. A lady's scarf. A pair of gloves.

Why does Morris refuse to put on the clothes Zachariah bought?

Question Answer Choices He thinks the clothes are too expensive and wants to return them. He believes the clothes are not stylish enough for Ethel. He feels uncomfortable accepting gifts from Zachariah. He tells Zachariah there is more to appearing 'white' than dressing the part.

Why does Morris feel he was betraying his own flesh and blood?

Question Answer Choices Because he moved to another city. Because he tried to live as a white man. Because he refused to help Zachariah. Because he spent all their money.

Why does the shopkeeper at the second shop relent and sell to Zachariah?

Question Answer Choices Zachariah threatened to call the police. Zachariah showed him the cash in his possession. Zachariah begged him to sell the items. Zachariah promised to return the items.

Why did Zachariah take a leave of absence from work?

Question Answer Choices To look for a new job. To buy the necessary accouterments. To visit his family. To recover from an illness.

Why does Morris panic when he hears a knock at an odd hour?

Question Answer Choices He thinks it is a thief. He thinks it is his boss. He thinks it is the police. He thinks it is Ethel.

What racial epithet does Morris use that leaves Zachariah reeling?

Question Answer Choices Coloured. Kaffir. Swart gat. Blackie.

What does Zachariah do to make Morris raise his voice?

Question Answer Choices Zachariah toys with him by acting as a vendor selling street food. Zachariah tells him a scary story. Zachariah plays loud music. Zachariah mocks his appearance.