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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 6-10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What role is difficult for Eugene in Chapter 9?
(a) Executioner for two slaves who tried to escape.
(b) Slave trader.
(c) Executor of Rosedew.
(d) Father of Philomene.

2. Why do the lives of the slaves improve in the time leading up to their being sold?
(a) They want the slaves to look good for the sale.
(b) A new overseer has been hired.
(c) The cruel overseer has been sold.
(d) Oreline demands that the overseer treat them better.

3. In Chapter 8, what do Gerasime and Elisabeth say they will not do?
(a) Cry.
(b) Seek a new mate.
(c) Leave the plantation alive.
(d) Curse God.

4. What is one thing the slaves receive for Christmas in Chapter 3?
(a) A trip to visit relatives on other plantations.
(b) Their freedom.
(c) Stockings.
(d) Money.

5. With whom is Philomene in love in Chapter 8?
(a) Nicholas.
(b) Clement.
(c) Eugene.
(d) Safir.

Short Answer Questions

1. Upon how many different plantations do Suzette's family members live in Chapter 9?

2. What does Francoise worry about concerning Oreline?

3. How old is Suzette at the opening of Chapter 3?

4. Following Francoise’s death, who does Doralise promise to try to help?

5. Who is often loaned to other plantation to provide music?

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