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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Old Man.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where is the African boy going with the two black men?
(a) Canada.
(b) A plantation.
(c) Texas.
(d) Mexico.

2. How does Jessie describe Spark after his flogging?
(a) Mean and ignorant.
(b) Brainless and evil.
(c) Heartless and cruel.
(d) Tortured and alone.

3. Who does Jessie have little interaction with?
(a) Joseph.
(b) Curry.
(c) Sparks.
(d) The Captain.

4. What bent the trees on an island Jessie sees off the ship?
(a) Prevailing winds.
(b) Strong gorillas.
(c) The slope of the island.
(d) A hurricane.

5. What strange thing happens on shore when Jessie gets to the Bight of Benin?
(a) The water is infested with sharks.
(b) Strong waves prevent them from docking.
(c) They strike a coral reef.
(d) The shore is on fire.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Purvis try to do unsuccessfully as they near the ship?

2. Who is told to watch over the children when a sail is seen while the Spaniard is aboard?

3. What is used to cover the hatches at the hold?

4. How is the weather on Jessie's first day at sea?

5. Who does Jessie talk to when he is curious about his first sight of the slaves?

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