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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which is NOT true about Teenie's kente cloth?
(a) It had been buried on the plantation for years.
(b) Willie Badgett gave it to her.
(c) It was her mother's.
(d) It was just a tiny scrap.

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

3. How does Noah passively show the Derbies that he is unhappy with their treatment of Amari?
(a) He remains quiet.
(b) He coughs loudly.
(c) He spooks the horse.
(d) He speaks up for Amari.

4. What does Teenie's cooking make both Polly and Amari think about in Part Two?
(a) Their mothers' cooking.
(b) Their chances of escape.
(c) The recipes they once made.
(d) Their love for Clay Derby.

5. Which is NOT a reason that Mr. Derby loves Isabelle?
(a) Her money.
(b) Her intelligence.
(c) Her youth.
(d) Her beauty.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Aside from a chance to escape, what other gift does the doctor give Polly, Tidbit and Amari in Part Seven?

3. What is NOT a typical cause of death for a slave?

4. Why does Mr. Derby lash Myna with the whip?

5. Why does Clay chase after Amari in Part Seven, after having trailed the children for days?

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