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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Entry 5: June 30, 1830.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the name of the black man who brings Rutherford to Mr. Zeringue?
(a) Enrique.
(b) Larry.
(c) Santos.
(d) Jackson.

2. The next time Rutherford talks to Falcon, what does Falcon tell him he plans to do with the Allmuseri once they reach land?
(a) Sell them.
(b) Set them free.
(c) Kill them.
(d) Keep them for himself.

3. In describing the Allmuseri language, Rutherford says the sounds they produce are like:
(a) The sound of birds chattering at dawn.
(b) Deep, melodious breaths.
(c) Nails on a chalkboard.
(d) The rush of wind through the trees.

4. What is Reverend Chandler's reaction to Jackson's refusal to accept a gift of land or property?
(a) He calls Jackson wise beyond his years.
(b) He calls Jackson pathetic.
(c) He suggests Jackson reconsider.
(d) He calls Jackson a visionary.

5. During the storm encountered by the Republic, who is among those swept out to sea?
(a) Baleka's father.
(b) Baleka's aunt.
(c) Baleka's mother.
(d) Baleka.

Short Answer Questions

1. When carving a pig, how does Rutherford describe the way Ngonyama handles the knife?

2. At the beginning of Entry 2, what does Rutherford say wakes him up?

3. What is the main thing that Rutherford notices about the Republic?

4. The crew seems to spend most of their time at sea:

5. Where did freedman Rutherford Calhoun work when he was a slave?

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