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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: 1825-1833.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What do the white people find when they search Gran's house?
(a) Letters from freed slaves in the North.
(b) Whiskey bottles.
(c) Table linens made in Belgium.
(d) Poems sent to Harriet by a friend.

2. When was the man in #50 hanged for his crimes?
(a) November 11, 1831.
(b) June 25, 1829.
(c) September 15, 1798.
(d) October 28, 1876

3. What ruling was in effect in Chowan County where Harriet lives after the slave revolt?
(a) No slaves can visit between plantations.
(b) No more slave church services will be allowed.
(c) No slave is allowed to ride a horse.
(d) No more slave marriages will be allowed.

4. Into which state can free Negroes not enter?
(a) Georgia.
(b) Virginia.
(c) Kentucky.
(d) Alabama.

5. Who is Harriet's father?
(a) Miller Jacobs.
(b) Paul Jacobs.
(c) Ezra Jacobs.
(d) Daniel Jacobs.

Short Answer Questions

1. What had Miss Elizabeth bought with the $300 she borrowed from Gran?

2. What does Dr. Norcom threaten to do if Harriet tells anyone about his advances toward her?

3. What nickname does Harriet's brother call her?

4. Which of the following best describes Dr. Norcom?

5. To whom does Harriet address her first letter?

(see the answer key)

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