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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Upon becoming pregnant, which relative does Brent most fear telling of her pregnancy?
(a) Mother.
(b) Brother.
(c) Grandmother.
(d) Aunt.

3. After Brent's deceiving letters home, Dr. Flint writes to the major of which city in search of her?
(a) Arlington.
(b) Princeton.
(c) Marblehead.
(d) Boston.

4. What is the name of the friend with whom Brent is reunited on the ship as she runs away?
(a) Nancy.
(b) Fanny.
(c) Ella.
(d) Carol.

5. Prince is born on a farm belonging to which of the following individuals?
(a) Mr. Trimmingham.
(b) Mr. Myners.
(c) Mr. Jasper.
(d) Mr. Callahan.

Short Answer Questions

1. During Douglass' time with the Aulds, which of his former master's children dies?

2. Where does Benny say he thinks his mother is when Dr. Flint asks him?

3. What is the name of the ship on which Vassa travels to Italy?

4. After leaving Mr. D------, Mr. Wood purchases Prince for what sum?

5. In what year does Vassa arrive in Montserrat for the first time?

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