Elijah of Buxton Quiz Questions | Quiz: Chapters 12 and 13

Quiz: Chapters 12 and 13

This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

Directions: Circle the correct answer.

1. In what shape is the scar on Mrs. Taylor's back that the Miss Duncans say proves she is their sister, Alice?
a) A moon.
b) A square.
c) A circle.
d) A heart.

2. What did Mr. Tillman accuse Mr. Holton of stealing, precipitating the beating that ended his life?
a) Silver.
b) Cotton.
c) Tobacco.
d) Gold.

3. What does the writing on the letter to Mrs. Holton tell Elijah the letter contains?
a) Word of an approaching slave chaser.
b) News of friends left behind.
c) News of a loved one's death.
d) A threat to return to slavery.

4. Where do Elijah and Cooter run to in the beginning of chapter 12? (read more)