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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Joseph Travis's profession?
(a) A farmer.
(b) A judge.
(c) A wheelwright.
(d) A lawyer.

2. According to Nat's confession, he had originally intended the rebellion to begin on what day?
(a) His birthday.
(b) July 4th.
(c) His master's birthday.
(d) July 1st.

3. What is Nat's execution date?
(a) November 11th.
(b) November 1st.
(c) Thanksgiving Day.
(d) November 12th.

4. In the Introduction, what two methods did Gray say were used by the slaves to attempt to find safety?
(a) Running away or swimming.
(b) Poling down the river or hiding on a boat.
(c) Begging for mercy or hiding on another plantation.
(d) Concealment or returning home.

5. What does Gray think should have led the band of slaves to greater efforts?
(a) Desperation.
(b) Fear.
(c) Hope.
(d) Anger.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Gray tell Nat about the Bible, when he cannot bring one to Nat?

2. What warning, if any, was given for the insurrection?

3. What does Gray state that Nat's confessions demonstrate about the laws?

4. What is the name of the town Nat can see from his jail cell window?

5. How many of the slaves escaped the insurrection without punishment?

(see the answer key)

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