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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 3 "Crossing the River".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Hamilton do as a result of the events of the tornado?
(a) He discharges his first mate to be the new captain of another ship.
(b) He changes course.
(c) He frees some slaves.
(d) He steals the cargo of the other ship.

2. How does Hamilton spend his three months on the coast?
(a) He buys tobacco and other similar goods.
(b) He buys slaves.
(c) He spends time with his wife.
(d) He sells tobacco and other similar goods.

3. What does Nash request assistance from Edward for?
(a) Alcohol.
(b) A boat.
(c) Finding a wife.
(d) Supplies for a mission school.

4. When does Edward receive the letter from the American Colonization Society?
(a) 1838.
(b) 1837.
(c) 1841.
(d) 1835.

5. Why does Martha's new owner/master decide to sell her?
(a) She was not productive enough.
(b) The owner's farm failed.
(c) She disobeyed him.
(d) The owner did not like her.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which slave does Edward "adopt" first?

2. Where does Martha start out earlier in life?

3. What is the name of Nash's first son?

4. Why is the Duke of York headed to its destination?

5. Where is Martha when she is having her flashbacks?

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