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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How long do Vassa and his crew mates spend in New Providence on their visit?
(a) 18 days.
(b) 3 days.
(c) 6 months.
(d) 2 weeks.

2. Soon after he is kidnapped, Vassa is threatened with a beating for accidentally killing which of the following animals?
(a) Goat.
(b) Horse.
(c) Rabbit.
(d) Chicken.

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

4. After running away and being returned by her father, how many years does Prince spend in Mr. I-------'s household?
(a) 12.
(b) 3.
(c) 5.
(d) 8.

5. What is the name of Vassa's young American friend on the ship in Chapter 3?
(a) Michael.
(b) Gustavus.
(c) Richard.
(d) Jacob.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What relative does Prince come into contact with during her time at Turk's Island, who is unable to recognize her?

3. When Prince is sold to pay for her master's wedding, which of the following children is most unhappy to see her go?

4. In Chapter 6, Vassa's master says he will give him his freedom for what price?

5. In his discussion of slave conditions in Barbados, how much does Vassa say is the penalty for killing a slave there?

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