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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Gray say was the "only principle of restraint" for the band of slaves?
(a) Fear of being caught.
(b) Fear of taking too much time, impeding their escape to the north.
(c) Apprehension for their personal safety.
(d) Worry that the alarm would be raised too soon.

2. What does Nat wonder about after sentencing?
(a) Stealing a Bible.
(b) Escaping.
(c) Redemption.
(d) Saving Hark.

3. What weapon does Nat carry?
(a) A sword.
(b) A shotgun.
(c) A knife.
(d) A bow and arrow.

4. How many of the slaves escaped the insurrection without punishment?
(a) None.
(b) Seven.
(c) Two.
(d) Only one.

5. According to Gray, what excuse did Nat give for his participation in the rebellion?
(a) Because his friends told him to.
(b) Because he was angry.
(c) Because he wanted to be free.
(d) None.

Short Answer Questions

1. Nat tells Gray of an event that "laid the groundwork" for his later actions, including the insurrection. What was that event?

2. Nat's mind "finally" became what, according to Gray?

3. On what date was Nat captured?

4. What do the Negroes in church use to fan themselves?

5. What three adjectives does Gray use to describe Nat Turner's mind?

(see the answer key)

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