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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Skiffington meet his future bride?
(a) At the home of William Robbins.
(b) At the local hotel.
(c) At the home of Gilly Patterson.
(d) At the local merchantile.

2. In whose crate does Rita hide in order to attempt her escape?
(a) The Townsends'.
(b) The Pattersons'.
(c) The Robbins'.
(d) The Skiffingtons'.

3. What is John Skiffington's job at the time he decides to marry?
(a) Deputy sheriff.
(b) Sheriff.
(c) Mayor.
(d) Slave patroller.

4. For whom does John Skiffington work?
(a) The people of Manchester County.
(b) Sheriff Gilly Patterson.
(c) Henry Townsend.
(d) William Robbins.

5. How many children do Caldonia and Henry have?
(a) Eight.
(b) None.
(c) Two.
(d) Four.

Short Answer Questions

1. What object is Elias whittling in Chapter 1?

2. What does Alice often do as she walks down the road?

3. What do Henry's parents often bring him on their Sunday visits to Robbins' plantation?

4. Who is exempt from the Act of 1806 because of the generosity of local whites?

5. Why are the slave patrols formed?

(see the answer key)

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