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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Eight: Polly.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why are the slaves quarantined on Sullivan's Island?
(a) To allow the slaves to rest after their journey.
(b) To rule out any diseases.
(c) To allow Tybee the time he needs to train them.
(d) To provide them a safe place.

2. Why does Clay take Myna on his hunting trip in Part Five?
(a) To make up for his father's bad behavior.
(b) To get her out of the house for some air.
(c) To sell her to his friends.
(d) To show her off.

3. Why must Besa leave Amari so quickly in Part One?
(a) He does not like to speak much with Amari.
(b) He has work to complete.
(c) He has seen some white men coming toward the village.
(d) He is on his way to his family dinner.

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

5. What will remove the blood and blackberry stains from the carpet in Part 4?
(a) Soda water.
(b) Bleach.
(c) Vinegar.
(d) Vodka.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do the crewhands throw overboard after the dancing in Part One?

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

3. How does Mr. Derby make his wealth?

4. Which of the following is NOT an example of onomatopoeia?

5. What does Nathan tell Polly, Tidbit and Amari about Fort Mose?

(see the answer key)

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