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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 9 - 11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did Ma do for a living before moving to Clifton?
(a) Nurse.
(b) Teacher.
(c) Doctor.
(d) Writer.

2. What does Jessie do before meeting her mother at the forbidden rock for the second time?
(a) She puts Katie to bed.
(b) She collects herbs.
(c) She finishes her chores.
(d) She helps Hannah lift a log.

3. In Chapter 8, where is Pa when Jessie sees him?
(a) Playing outside.
(b) Working in his blacksmith shop.
(c) At home with Ma.
(d) Talking to the doctor.

4. In the beginning of Chapter 6, where is Jessie?
(a) In a corridor.
(b) On top of a building.
(c) Trapped behind a fence.
(d) On a balcony.

5. Why does Ma suggest Jessie meet with Mr. Neely in Chapter 5?
(a) So she can find a good school to attend.
(b) So he can move back to Clifton.
(c) So he can help the residents of Clifton.
(d) So she has a place to stay.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Ma say she moved to Clifton?

2. In Chapter 10, what amazes Jessie about the ground?

3. How does Ma help Jessie escape Clifton at the end of Chapter 5?

4. What makes Jessie wonder if slavery has been overturned in Chapter 8?

5. At the end of Chapter 8, what does Jessie wonder about her holiday celebrations growing up?

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