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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. According to his discussion of his childhood, what is the name of Douglass' mother?
(a) Leah.
(b) Mary.
(c) Betsey.
(d) Harriet.

2. Prince's new master puts her in charge of his son, a young boy named what?
(a) Irving.
(b) William.
(c) James.
(d) Benjy.

3. Which of the following instruments does Vassa learn to play during his spare time as a free man?
(a) Clarinet.
(b) Tuba.
(c) Violin.
(d) French Horn.

4. Though he does not know for sure how old he is as his story begins, Douglass estimates that he is roughly how old?
(a) 22.
(b) 35.
(c) 19.
(d) 28.

5. In his discussion of slave conditions in Barbados, how much does Vassa say is the penalty for killing a slave there?
(a) 0 pounds.
(b) 8 pounds.
(c) 15 pounds.
(d) 25 pounds.

Short Answer Questions

1. Prince is forced to take on more chores after the death of another slave; how many cows must Prince milk each morning before sunrise?

2. After Mr. I--------- sends Prince to Turk's Island, how long is she aboard the ship?

3. In his exploration of religions, Vassa touches on all BUT WHICH of the following religions?

4. What is the name of the Auld's neighbors?

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?

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