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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Early July 1820.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Harriet, what isn't safe for a free black woman?
(a) Getting an education.
(b) Getting married.
(c) The world.
(d) Leaving the plantation.

2. What must Harriet do within one year of being freed?
(a) Get married.
(b) Have a child.
(c) Pay her master back.
(d) Leave Virginia.

3. How does Randolph plan to protect Harriet while she stays at Monticello?
(a) By telling Jefferson she is in danger.
(b) By arranging for her engagement.
(c) By staying at Monticello himself.
(d) By assigning her a bodyguard.

4. What does Martha tell Harriet she acts like even if she isn't one?
(a) A white woman.
(b) A child.
(c) A slave.
(d) A black woman.

5. At the end of their discussion in April 1820, what does Harriet think of what Randolph had to say?
(a) It was all crazy talk.
(b) He made many good points.
(c) He doesn't understand her.
(d) He was wrong.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Martha tell Harriet not to do?

2. In April 1820, how does Harriet act when Randolph asks her to sit and talk to him?

3. Living as a white woman, Harriet would have the protection of what?

4. What does Randolph tell Harriet will be around for a long time?

5. What reason does Harriet give for Jefferson not admitting he is the father of Sally's children?

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