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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Josiah react when he finds out one of the slaves has died?

2. What do the slave women think the white men will want to do to them?

3. What does Frances want to get from her old home in Whiteleaze?

4. What is Sarah's primary concern about buying a new house?

5. What happens to Mehuru and Siko in Chapter 2?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe Sarah Cole.

2. When Josiah refers to Frances's furniture as "old stuff," what does this reveal about him?

3. What happens to Mehuru and Siko at the beginning of the novel?

4. Why does Frances think her parents would be unhappy with her?

5. How do you think Josiah Cole feels towards Sir Charles?

6. Why is Sarah pleased with Frances after their lunch with Sir Charles?

7. After Siko and Mehuru are taken, what does Mehuru assume will happen once he can speak with someone of authority?

8. Describe the letter correspondence that occurs between Josiah Cole and Frances Scott.

9. How does Sarah feel about moving into a new home and away from their Quayside apartment?

10. Why do you think Sarah suggests they call Sir Charles for advice on the slaves?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Irony occurs throughout the novel. Cite three examples of irony.

Essay Topic 2

Josiah Cole was both good and bad. Discuss what you thought of Josiah Cole and why.

Essay Topic 3

The media plays various roles in the novel. Analyze and discuss how the media helps and hinders characters in the novel.

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