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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What do the stars symbolize for Amari in Part Seven?
(a) That there is still light in this world.
(b) That she is guided by the spirit of Kwasi.
(c) That God is shining down on them.
(d) That she remains on the same earth as she once did in Africa.

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

3. How much space does each slave have below deck on the ship?
(a) A room about the size of a bathroom.
(b) A few inches on either side.
(c) A full foot of space.
(d) A room with a bed and a washbasin.

4. Which of the following is NOT true about Polly's mother?
(a) She wanted a simple life for Polly.
(b) She was an orphan.
(c) She had trouble getting paid work because of the reliance on slave labor.
(d) She loved Polly's father.

5. What kills Tirza?
(a) She chokes in the neck band.
(b) She gives up.
(c) She suffers a heart attack.
(d) She is shot.

Short Answer Questions

1. What reminds Amari of her little brother?

2. What does Teenie's cooking make both Polly and Amari think about in Part Two?

3. What role does Besa play in the celebration in Part One?

4. What information does Domingo Salvador NOT provide the children in Part Ten?

5. When Bill is not around to protect her in Part One, what happens to Amari?

(see the answer key)

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