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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In his discussion of slave conditions in Barbados, how much does Vassa say is the penalty for killing a slave there?
(a) 8 pounds.
(b) 15 pounds.
(c) 25 pounds.
(d) 0 pounds.

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

3. Prince's new master puts her in charge of his son, a young boy named what?
(a) Benjy.
(b) Irving.
(c) William.
(d) James.

4. While waiting for the slave auction to begin, Prince notes that the remarks from white people fell on her heart like what?
(a) Alcohol.
(b) Salt.
(c) Acid.
(d) Cayenne.

5. 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.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long do Vassa and his crew mates spend in New Providence on their visit?

2. After running away and being returned by her father, how many years does Prince spend in Mr. I-------'s household?

3. What religion does Vassa's master in Montserrat practice?

4. Which of the following chores does Prince find horribly painful during her time in England with the Woods family?

5. In what year does Vassa arrive in Plymouth?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe the logic by which Vassa believes he cannot be sold at the end of Chapter 4.

2. Explain Prince's mother's remark made to a fellow slave while preparing her children for sale, that the woman's turn will come next.

3. What is the subject of the poem at the end of Chapter 10?

4. Why is Prince unwilling to take her things and return to Antigua after leaving the Woods' service?

5. What happens when Prince meets her mother again during her time on Turk's Island?

6. What description does Vassa give of the Indians he and Dr. Irving meet in Cadiz?

7. While in England with the Woods family, what work is Prince compelled to do that is very difficult for her? How does Mr. Woods respond?

8. What is the response of Betsey Williams upon learning that Prince will be sold to raise money for her father's wedding?

9. What does Pringle state about his wishes for British law in regards to slavery at the end of his Supplement to Prince's narrative?

10. Describe the manner in which Vassa earns the nickname "Captain" after purchasing his freedom.

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