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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 1-3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How old was Banneker in 1772?
(a) 41.
(b) 29.
(c) 37.
(d) 16.

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

3. From which disease did Matzeliger die at age 37?
(a) Influenza.
(b) Tuberculosis.
(c) Pneumonia.
(d) Rheumatic Fever.

4. What subject began to interest Banneker about this time?
(a) Geography.
(b) Mathematics.
(c) Earth Science.
(d) Politics.

5. What item was given to Banneker as a gift?
(a) Shoes.
(b) Pocket watch.
(c) Books.
(d) Rifle.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was the surname name of Banneker's grandmother?

2. In which state did the family settle when they came to the United States?

3. What adjective best suits Banneker when it came to his new passion?

4. How long did it take for Banneker to create the item?

5. On what charge was the grandmother arrested?

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