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

2. What is the main message behind Mr. Pike's sermons?
(a) To teach the slaves how to escape North.
(b) To teach the slaves how to pray.
(c) To teach the slaves to obey their masters.
(d) To teach the slaves to read.

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

4. Although Linda initially accepts the opportunity to escape, she is talked into staying. Who does Linda give her opportunity to?
(a) Fanny.
(b) Ellen.
(c) Aunt Marthy.
(d) No One.

5. What does Linda's lover propose to do for her?
(a) He proposes to move into Aunt Marthy's.
(b) He proposes to sell her to another slaveholder.
(c) He proposes to marry her and wishes to buy her.
(d) He proposes to escape slavery with her.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is a muster?

2. Who offers to hide Linda after she has hidden in the bushes?

3. Which character is jealous of Linda?

4. How does Linda receive a venomous snake bite?

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

(see the answer key)

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