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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 29, Preparations for Escape.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who arranges for Linda's escape?
(a) Her master, Dr. Flint.
(b) Her friend, Peter.
(c) Her brother, William.
(d) Her daughter, Ellen.

2. Whom does Linda teach to read despite the fear of being caught?
(a) Aunt Marthy.
(b) William.
(c) Uncle Fred.
(d) Mr. Sands.

3. What is a muster?
(a) When a slave escapes to the North.
(b) When the white folks raid the homes of the slaves and free black people.
(c) When a slaveholder beats a slave.
(d) When a slave marries a free person.

4. Where does Dr. Flint travel while searching for Linda?
(a) London.
(b) Boston.
(c) Ontario.
(d) New York.

5. Why does William accompany Mr. Sands to Washington?
(a) To find Linda's children.
(b) To find Linda.
(c) To escape from slavery.
(d) To be his assistant.

Short Answer Questions

1. How do Linda and her grandmother feel when William is no longer a daily part of their lives?

2. For approximately how many years does Linda stay in hiding before an opportunity to escape arises?

3. What does William do when he is in Washington?

4. At what time of day are the slaves allowed to attend church?

5. How do Linda and William remain connected?

(see the answer key)

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