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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. In Chapter 11, how does Frances feel when she tries to teach the slaves?

2. What is the relationship between Lord Scott and Frances?

3. Who owns the home in Queens Square that Josiah wants to buy?

4. What does Mehuru do that surprised John Bates?

5. What does Dies of Shame ask Mehuru?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. Do you think Sarah respects Frances?

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

4. What causes Frances to feel tender towards Josiah?

5. What is the Quayside Coffee Shop?

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

7. What does Frances learn about the slaves when they arrive at her home?

8. Describe Bristol.

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

10. What is Frances conflicted about when it comes to slavery?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Consider the role of men and women in the novel. Examine how Frances and Sarah were powerless.

Essay Topic 2

Letters are used as a form of correspondence in the novel. Explain the role of letters in the novel and what kind of effect this style of writing has on the reader.

Essay Topic 3

The women in the novel all show they have different capabilities, but because of the time period women are not given power. Discuss the roles that at least three women play in the novel. How would the novel have been different if women were empowered?

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