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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 3 "Crossing the River".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which slave does Edward "adopt" first?
(a) Charles.
(b) Madison.
(c) Edward, Jr.
(d) Nash.

2. What is the name of Edward's wife?
(a) Amelia Williams.
(b) Elizabeth Williams.
(c) Lilah Williams.
(d) Joyce Williams.

3. What time period does "The Pagan Coast" take place in?
(a) 1600s.
(b) 1800s.
(c) 1900s.
(d) 1700s.

4. What punishment does Mr. Davey receive for misbehaving again?
(a) He is lashed.
(b) He is impressed in a man-of-war.
(c) He is killed.
(d) He is thrown overboard.

5. What did Captain Hamilton find in the slaves' quarters?
(a) Weapons.
(b) Stolen brandy.
(c) Stolen clothes.
(d) Stolen food.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where are the Hoffmans going?

2. What does Hamilton do with the three old women slaves that come aboard?

3. What does the mysterious woman worry about at the end of "West"? Choose the best answer.

4. Why does Martha's new owner/master decide to sell her?

5. Why is California such an appealing place to Martha? Choose the best answer.

(see the answer key)

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