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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 22, 23 and 24.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the preacher always tote as mentioned by Elijah in chapter 1?
(a) A mystery pistol and holder.
(b) A fancy wallet.
(c) A fancy hat.
(d) A mystery lasso and shotgun.

2. How many slaves does Elijah discover chained in the stable with the preacher?
(a) Nine.
(b) Five.
(c) Two.
(d) Four.

3. Why does Chloe tell Elijah he cannot shoot the irons off of her legs in chapter 22?
(a) It would frighten the animals.
(b) He would wake the preacher.
(c) It would wake the slaver.
(d) He might hurt her or the baby.

4. What does a notice in the post office window in Chatham tell Elijah to do?
(a) Go to the post master's house.
(b) Go home, the post office is closed.
(c) Go to the police station.
(d) Go to the dry goods store.

5. What does Mr. Travis hit the top of his desk with in chapter 6?
(a) His belt.
(b) His pointing stick.
(c) His hand.
(d) His ruler.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Mr. Leroy's scar on his chest in the shape of?

2. How many times does Elijah realize they must ring the Liberty Bell with the arrival of a new family in chapter 12?

3. What does Mr. Leroy say Elijah is doing by using a derogatory term to address himself and his classmates?

4. Which type of animal does Elijah claim he prefers to ride in chapter 3?

5. Why does Elijah set aside two of his newly caught fist for Mrs. Brown in chapter 3?

(see the answer key)

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