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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through A Narrative of the Life of Fredrick Douglass.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As Chapter 2 begins, Vassa says that he was kidnapped at what age?
(a) 11.
(b) 5.
(c) 9.
(d) 16.

2. In his discussion of his childhood, what does Douglass say is the name of the man who owns his mother?
(a) Mr. Cage.
(b) Mr. Winthrop.
(c) Mr. Gale.
(d) Mr. Stewart.

3. What does Vassa buy during his time in St. Kitts?
(a) Bible.
(b) Shoes.
(c) Food.
(d) Clothes.

4. When discussing the plight of slaves in Barbados, Vassa says the average life expectancy for a slave there is how long?
(a) 16 years.
(b) 12 months.
(c) 45 years.
(d) 8 months.

5. According to the Supplement to Prince's narrative, what is the name of the solicitor who agrees to take Prince's case to court?
(a) Young.
(b) Stephen.
(c) Taylor.
(d) Pringle.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of the doctor who treats Vassa when he is beaten in St. Kitt's?

2. As Douglass' narrative begins, he says he was born in which of the following towns?

3. At the beginning of his narrative, Vassa informs readers that he was born in which African province?

4. What is the name of the ship on which Vassa travels to Italy?

5. What is the name of the ship on which Douglass is sent from Baltimore to St. Michael's?

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