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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Afterword .

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Who was the real-life Captain Menendez?
(a) The Spanish king.
(b) An English soldier.
(c) A Spanish soldier.
(d) An escaped slave.

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

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

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What animal is always escaping from Tirza?

3. How will Polly, Tidbit and Amari get rid of Clay as they journey toward freedom?

4. How is Mr. Derby different with the new Mrs. Derby than he was with his first wife?

5. Why might Afi be drawn to Amari?

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