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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 4-7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what major city was Rillieux sent to get an education?
(a) Madrid.
(b) Paris.
(c) London.
(d) Geneva.

2. Banneker chastised the man for which of the following?
(a) Owning slaves.
(b) Declining the presidency.
(c) Taking too long to declare war.
(d) Ignoring all other correspondence.

3. What event was attended by Banneker?
(a) First Battle at Lexington.
(b) Third Continental Congress.
(c) Boston Tea Party.
(d) Signing of the Declaration of Independence.

4. The company specialized in which area?
(a) Patents.
(b) Small engine parts.
(c) Electrical accessories.
(d) Sewing machines.

5. The text claims that the charges were:
(a) True.
(b) False.
(c) Excessive.
(d) Deliberate.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was the grandmother's heritage?

2. How old was Banneker when he was introduced to a new religion?

3. What item was invented during Latimer's association with the school?

4. What was the surname of the company's owner?

5. Rillieux became interested in the process of refining which of the following?

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