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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What foods does Teenie make that remind Amari of Africa?
(a) Peach pie and Hoppin' John.
(b) Mashed potatoes and vegetable soup.
(c) Hoppin' John and yams.
(d) Fish stew and yams.

2. Which of the following is NOT a clue that Amari can understand Polly's English?
(a) She repeats that her name is Myna.
(b) Her facial expressions are clear and meaningful.
(c) She shrugs when Polly asks a question.
(d) She repeats the word slave clearly.

3. Aside from a chance to escape, what other gift does the doctor give Polly, Tidbit and Amari in Part Seven?
(a) A wagon.
(b) A bag of money.
(c) A gun.
(d) A dog.

4. What giant animal lurks outside the children's cave in Part Seven?
(a) Wolves.
(b) Bobcats.
(c) Bears.
(d) Hushpuppy.

5. Who is Cato?
(a) He is the brother of Teenie.
(b) He is Mr. Derby's butler.
(c) He is the father of Tidbit.
(d) He is the oldest slave on the farm.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do the stars symbolize for Amari in Part Seven?

2. How does Clay respond to Polly's questions and ability to read in Part Two?

3. What further punishment does Mr. Derby give Myna after her whipping?

4. How does Amari escape from Clay at the end of Part Seven?

5. Where does Cato tell Polly, Tidbit and Amari to flee in Part Six?

(see the answer key)

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