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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the name of the ship Vassa's master purchases to travel to Philadelphia?
(a) Nancy.
(b) Mary.
(c) Carol.
(d) Prudence.

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

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

4. In Chapter 7, Vassa buys a suit anticipating his freedom. How much does his new suit cost?
(a) 12 pounds.
(b) 8 pounds.
(c) 20 pounds.
(d) 3 pounds

5. When speaking with Mr. G, Vassa says he thinks he does well with how many of the Ten Commandments?
(a) 5.
(b) 2.
(c) 8.
(d) 10.

Short Answer Questions

1. By what name is Vassa called during his time on board the "Industrious Bee" trading ship?

2. When describing Mr. I-------'s household, what does Prince say is the name of the mulatto slave boy?

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

4. In Chapter 3, Vassa has chillblains and is unable to enjoy which place he'd been excited to see?

5. In what year does Vassa sail for Cadiz?

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