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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. By what name is Vassa called during his time on board the "Industrious Bee" trading ship?
(a) Jacob.
(b) Richard.
(c) Gustavus.
(d) Michael.

2. As Vassa discusses the customs of his people, he mentions a mark of distinction that the elders wear over the eyebrows. What is this mark called?
(a) Essaka.
(b) Embrenche.
(c) Abyssinia.
(d) Benin.

3. In Chapter 9, all BUT WHICH of the following are fellow kitchen slaves?
(a) Priscilla.
(b) Mary.
(c) Henny.
(d) Eliza.

4. How old is Douglass when his mother dies?
(a) 12.
(b) 9.
(c) 4.
(d) 7.

5. At the beginning of his narrative, Vassa informs readers that he was born in which African province?
(a) Embrenche.
(b) Essaka.
(c) Abyssinia.
(d) Benin.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Prince, one of Mr. D----'s slaves steals a bit of rice and eats it for dinner. What is the name of this slave?

2. Upon arriving at the Auld household, Douglass learns that he is to care for their young child by what name?

3. Which of the following fruits does Vassa NOT plant on his visit to the Bahamas?

4. After being sold to Mr. D--------, Prince is forced to dig up which of the following minerals?

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

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