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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. Vassa mentions that he has been baptized; during which year did his baptism take place?
(a) 1803.
(b) 1759.
(c) 1698.
(d) 1796.

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

3. What does the name "Olaudah" mean in Vassa's native language, according to his description of his childhood?
(a) Fortunate.
(b) Unlucky.
(c) Wise.
(d) Wanderer.

4. What is the name of the woman who kills a slave for not staying awake all night to watch the baby in Chapter 4?
(a) Mrs. Giles.
(b) Mrs. Michaels.
(c) Mrs. Hicks.
(d) Mrs. Cantor.

5. Vassa receives a letter of recommendation from which individual in Chapter 9?
(a) Mr. King.
(b) Mr. Long.
(c) Mr. Doyle.
(d) Mr. Read.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old is Douglass in Chapter 8?

2. According to Douglass, which of the following is NOT the name of one of the master's sons?

3. In his discussion of the Indians in Cadiz, how many wives does Vassa say the Indians have?

4. Which of the following individuals is the writer for the Supplement to Prince's narrative?

5. As Chapter 4 opens, Vassa says it's been how long since he was first brought to England?

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