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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. Which of the following individuals marries Prince and her husband around Christmas of 1826?
(a) Rev. Olufsen.
(b) Rev. Richter.
(c) Rev. Curtin.
(d) Rev. Sauter.

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

3. After Mr. I--------- sends Prince to Turk's Island, how long is she aboard the ship?
(a) 2 weeks.
(b) 4 weeks.
(c) 6 months.
(d) 3 months.

4. When describing Mr. I-------'s household, Prince says that how many little slave boys live there?
(a) 4.
(b) 2.
(c) 7.
(d) 6.

5. What nickname does Vassa earn after his master dies on board the ship?
(a) Freeman.
(b) Mate.
(c) Captain.
(d) Sable.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of Vassa's new wife?

2. How old is Prince when her owner is forced to hire her out to Mrs. Pruden?

3. For which of the following individuals does Prince first work after leaving the Woods family?

4. What does Vassa buy during his time in St. Kitts?

5. How long does Prince stay in Mrs. Pruden's service after the death of her former mistress?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. What events lead to Prince being placed with Mrs. Pruden, after her service with the Williams family?

3. What is the fate of Hetty in Captain I-----'s household?

4. Describe Vassa's response to his continued slavery after he is sold.

5. After Hetty's death, Prince is severely beaten for what mistake?

6. According to the preface of Mary Prince's narrative, why did she wish to write her story?

7. Describe Vassa's experience with Quakers in Chapter 7.

8. Describe the concerns of Vassa's master when another slave accuses Vassa of plotting to escape and the resultant agreement about Vassa's freedom.

9. Describe the work required of Prince and the other slaves under the ownership of Mr. D-----.

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

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