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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12, Fear of Insurrection | Chapter 13, The Church and Slavery.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Linda never go hungry?
(a) Linda is a cook and steals food.
(b) Linda's grandmother provides her with extra food.
(c) Linda is not a slave and is able to provide her own food.
(d) Linda is her slaveholder's favorite.

2. What types of activities are common on Mr. Litch's plantation?
(a) Running, playing, and jumping.
(b) Kindness, love, and honor.
(c) Parties, gambling, and drinking.
(d) Beatings, whippings, and murders.

3. Which character sees Benjamin in New York?
(a) Linda.
(b) Phillip.
(c) Aunt Marthy.
(d) William.

4. What happens to Linda when she reaches the age of 15?
(a) Dr. Flint begins making advances toward her.
(b) Linda escapes from slavery.
(c) Dr. Flint allows Linda her freedom.
(d) Linda becomes pregnant.

5. How often does the town usually have a muster?
(a) Twice each year.
(b) Once a month.
(c) Once a year.
(d) Once every five years.

Short Answer Questions

1. When does the slave auction and hiring day occur each year?

2. Why is the author hesitant to write her book?

3. How are Aunt Marthy and Linda related?

4. How are Benjamin and Linda related?

5. What does Mrs. Flint take away from Linda?

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