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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Mary Prince.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following chores does Prince find horribly painful during her time in England with the Woods family?
(a) Cooking.
(b) Farm duties.
(c) Laundry.
(d) House cleaning.

2. In his discussion of the Indians in Cadiz, how many wives does Vassa say the Indians have?
(a) 15.
(b) 4.
(c) 6.
(d) 2.

3. What is the name of the free mulatto woman who makes Prince's life difficult during her service to the Wood family?
(a) Henrietta.
(b) Martha.
(c) Prudence.
(d) Nancy.

4. When Prince is sold to pay for her master's wedding, which of the following children is most unhappy to see her go?
(a) Fanny.
(b) James.
(c) Daniel.
(d) William.

5. During her time in Bermuda, Prince reports that Mr. D-------- frequently abuses not only his slaves but also which of the following relatives?
(a) Wife.
(b) Daughter.
(c) Mother.
(d) Sister.

Short Answer Questions

1. Soon after he is kidnapped, Vassa is threatened with a beating for accidentally killing which of the following animals?

2. Prince finally escapes Mr. D-----'s service by accompanying Mr. Wood to which location?

3. According to the Mary Prince preface, who first suggested the writing of her history?

4. What does the name "Olaudah" mean in Vassa's native language, according to his description of his childhood?

5. What is the name of the church Vassa visits in the opening of Chapter 10?

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