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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 41, Free at Last.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the author's alias used in the story?
(a) Aunt Marty.
(b) Linda Brent.
(c) Harriet Jacobs.
(d) Aunt Nancy.

2. Although Linda is saddened by the thought of sending her daughter off to boarding school, why does she still allow her to go?
(a) Linda wanted freedom from her responsiblities as a mother.
(b) Linda wanted Ellen to have the best education possible.
(c) Linda did not want to limit Ellen's opportunities in life.
(d) Linda did not allow her to go.

3. What worries Linda about the Flints/Dodges?
(a) That they are offering her her freedom.
(b) That they are so well aware of her actions.
(c) That they want to come visit her in Boston.
(d) That they plan to sell her children.

4. Why do Benny and Ellen believe in Santa Claus?
(a) They didn't still believe in Santa Claus.
(b) They needed something hopeful in their lives.
(c) They wanted to tease the other children.
(d) They received many gifts even though their mother 'was far away'.

5. Which character does Linda meet with before she departs on her journey North?
(a) Benny.
(b) Aunt Nancy.
(c) Dr. Flint.
(d) Mr. Sands.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Linda send to try to dissuade Mr. Sands from his plans for her children?

2. How does the escaped slave that Linda runs into procure funds to escape from slavery?

3. Even though Linda has made several attempts to avoid this person at the Hobbs' house, who requests to see her?

4. Why does Linda feel that Aunt Nancy is 'slowly murdered'?

5. Who is Mr. Thorpe grateful to for bestowing kindness onto him?

(see the answer key)

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