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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 2 "West".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happens to Martha at the end "West"?
(a) Martha dies.
(b) Martha finds happiness in California.
(c) Martha finds her daughter.
(d) Martha finds her husband.

2. Who finds Martha in a doorway?
(a) Chester.
(b) Eliza Mae.
(c) A mysterious white woman.
(d) A mysterious black woman.

3. Why is California such an appealing place to many Americans during this time period?
(a) None of the above.
(b) There are many plantations that offer work.
(c) The climate is colder there.
(d) There are more new opportunities there.

4. When does Edward receive the letter from the American Colonization Society?
(a) 1841.
(b) 1837.
(c) 1838.
(d) 1835.

5. Where does Nash Williams establish his settlement?
(a) In Sierra Leone.
(b) In the Congo.
(c) In Freetown.
(d) Around St. Paul's river.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of the ship that Edward boards to find Nash?

2. Where do most slaves who go back to Africa stay?

3. How does Martha pay for her travel to California?

4. What do Martha and her boyfriend do with the store when she moves in?

5. What is Madison Williams's occupation?

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