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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Three: Amari.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How is Mr. Derby different with the new Mrs. Derby than he was with his first wife?
(a) He appears more lovesick toward his new wife.
(b) He respects his new wife's every opinion.
(c) He is more detached this time.
(d) He married his first wife for money.

2. How much space does each slave have below deck on the ship?
(a) A room with a bed and a washbasin.
(b) A room about the size of a bathroom.
(c) A few inches on either side.
(d) A full foot of space.

3. What do Amari and Isabelle Derby have in common?
(a) They both love to read.
(b) They are both of Ewe descent.
(c) They are both good cooks.
(d) They are both controlled by the Derby men.

4. What do the white people at the slave auction think of the relationship between Amari and Afi?
(a) That they must be sisters.
(b) That they are mother and daughter.
(c) That they neither know nor care for each other.
(d) That they must be split up.

5. How does Noah passively show the Derbies that he is unhappy with their treatment of Amari?
(a) He speaks up for Amari.
(b) He remains quiet.
(c) He spooks the horse.
(d) He coughs loudly.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Clay respond to Polly's questions and ability to read in Part Two?

2. Why might Afi be drawn to Amari?

3. What year is this novel set?

4. What is Teenie's advice to Amari upon arrival at the Derby's farm?

5. Which fact is true about Polly's father?

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