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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Seven: Amari.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did Polly's parents die?
(a) Consumption.
(b) Measles.
(c) Plague.
(d) Smallpox.

2. How did the first Mrs. Derby die?
(a) In a boating accident.
(b) Of the flu of 1730.
(c) In a house fire.
(d) In childbirth with Clay.

3. What does "indentured" mean for Polly?
(a) She is a paid worker for families who need cleaning.
(b) She is the daughter of Mr. Derby.
(c) She must work for a number of years to pay off debts.
(d) She is missing many teeth.

4. Why does Mr. Derby lash Myna with the whip?
(a) She trips over his legs.
(b) She is insubordinate.
(c) She spills wine in his lap.
(d) She speaks up against slavery.

5. What is Teenie's advice to Amari upon arrival at the Derby's farm?
(a) To refuse to go with Tidbit and to slap Mr. Derby when she gets the chance.
(b) To hold onto her memories of Africa but fall in love with Clay.
(c) To stay away from Mrs. Derby and slave men.
(d) To learn English but keep her mouth shut.

Short Answer Questions

1. When the Derby men discuss purchasing more slaves in Part Four, Polly thinks it is almost like they are talking about which of the following?

2. What image does Polly use in Part Seven to describe freedom?

3. Why does Teenie not know her exact age?

4. Which of the following is a metaphor to describe the kente cloth?

5. What is NOT true about Mrs. Derby's treatment of the slaves?

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