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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 12, Cook becomes upset because the slaves begin to do what?

2. What does Mehru see when he looks into Died of Shame's eyes?

3. How does Frances feel about going to lunch at Sir Charles's?

4. Which example is NOT a concern for an uninsured slave trader?

5. What does John Bates do to Died of Shame?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. What does Sir Charles believe about slaves?

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

4. Why do the slaves moan with "Died of Shame?"

5. What is the Quayside Coffee Shop?

6. What causes Frances to feel tender towards Josiah?

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

8. Describe Meuhuru.

9. Describe Sarah Cole.

10. Why does Mehuru doubt Frances's sincerity and emotion?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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?

Essay Topic 2

"Money can't buy happiness" is a saying that has been used for years. Discuss the ways in which this saying is true throughout the novel.

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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