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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What kind of sickness does Jessie get after playing for the slaves a few times?
(a) A skin rash.
(b) A stomach pain.
(c) A head cold.
(d) A headache.

2. What makes the ship look strange off the coast of Cuba?
(a) The moon.
(b) The discarded shackles.
(c) The Spanish flag.
(d) Lanterns.

3. What does Stout give Jessie after sending him to the Captain's cabin?
(a) An apple.
(b) A hat.
(c) Biscuits.
(d) Rum.

4. What does the captain do for the slaves before they leave his ship?
(a) Brands them.
(b) Holds a ball.
(c) Pairs them up in families.
(d) Names them.

5. Who is in charge of the slaves when they are on the ship?
(a) Sharkey.
(b) Purvis.
(c) Ned.
(d) Stout.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the African boy's name?

2. What helped Jessie swim to shore?

3. Why is a woman thrown overboard after leaving the supply island?

4. Where is the African boy going with the two black men?

5. How many times is Jessie flogged when he runs away from his duty?

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