1. The author anticipates that the reading public will judge her harshly for what action?
(a) Bearing children out of wedlock.
(b) Having an affair.
(c) Escaping to the North.
(d) Lying to her slaveholder.

2. What is the man's name who dies a horrific way on Mr. Litch's plantation?
(a) John.
(b) Benjamin.
(c) James.
(d) William.

3. At what time of day are the slaves allowed to attend church?
(a) In the early morning.
(b) At midmight.
(c) In the middle of the night.
(d) In the afternoon.

4. What work does William perform for Dr. Flint?
(a) William is Dr. Flint's field foreman.
(b) William is Dr. Flint's medical assistant.
(c) William works in the fields on Dr. Flint's plantation.
(d) William does not work for Dr. Flint.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 10, Dr. Flint is still determined to have his way with Linda. What plan does he devise to remove Linda from the watchful eyes of those who love her?

2. Who exposes Linda to the hardships of slavery for the first time?

3. What is the author's purpose for writing this book?

4. What is a muster?

5. Who does Linda fall in love with?

(see the answer key)

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