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10 mented by unusually retentive memory. Perception and adaptability in social life are marked, and go far deeper than mere imitativeness. An African even in strange surroundings seldom makes a mistake. Courage, both physical and moral, is shown in endurance and in boldness of attack; it is a tribal virtue which has notably taken root in the Christian church. Tenacity of purpose is also strong. Industry is to a high degree characteristic of African life under normal conditions. It is marked in all Africans who have become known as great. Idleness, as a rule, belongs to the vicious or the dispossessed who have been torn from old surroundings. Kindliness, hospitality and generosity are, as every missionary and traveler knows, at home in Africa; there are exceptions, as even Livingstone learned. Humor is quite widespread. Sometimes it is the exuberant fun and merriment of a child, but it may, as in the case of a man like Dr. Aggrey, take the form of brilliant and penetrating wit. The African's sense of humor reinforces his patience in a remarkable way. In eloquence, in repartee, in art, in music, in the dance, he finds opportunity to use his gifts of expression. Though there are notable instances to the contrary, grateful remembrance is an attractive