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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What reminds Amari of her little brother?
(a) A cow.
(b) A puppy.
(c) A cat.
(d) A bird.

2. Which of the following descriptions of the ship in Part One is an example of personification?
(a) "Eventually, the activity above seemed to slow down" (44).
(b) "Loud noises echoed down on them" (44).
(c) "It inhaled and exhaled the foul air" (44).
(d) "It rolled with the rhythm of the water" (44).

3. Why does Mr. Derby prefer that his slaves be fresh from Africa?
(a) He wants to help the slaves adjust to their new life.
(b) The Africans know that he provides them with a good life.
(c) He likes to break the slaves when they get to the plantation.
(d) The Africans know how to manage the rice.

4. How long is Polly's indenture sentence?
(a) 3 years.
(b) 14 years.
(c) 29 years.
(d) For life.

5. What is NOT a characteristic of the captives' shackles in Part One?
(a) A set of ankle chains.
(b) Atttachments at the ankles, wrists, and necks.
(c) A neck band.
(d) A face mask.

Short Answer Questions

1. What might be the function of the story of Chief Agokoli?

2. Why might Afi be drawn to Amari?

3. How do the women eat in the holding area in Part One?

4. What is the name of Amari's new, wise friend in the holding area in Part One?

5. Which is NOT true about Teenie's kente cloth?

(see the answer key)

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