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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. By what name is Vassa called during his time on board the "Industrious Bee" trading ship?

3. In Chapter 7, Vassa buys a suit anticipating his freedom. How much does his new suit cost?

4. What is the name of the second family for whom Prince works after leaving the Woods family?

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

Short Essay Questions

1. With what illnesses does Vassa contend upon arriving in London?

2. In Chapter 6, what decision does Vassa say he has reached about the life of a free black person?

3. At the end of his narrative, what is Vassa's major argument for why the slave trade should end?

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

5. Describe the personality of Captain Williams, as discussed in Prince's introduction of him.

6. 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?

7. Describe the Embrenche mark as detailed by Vassa when discussing his tribe's culture.

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

10. Describe Vassa's early childhood as discussed in Chapter 2.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In a well-developed essay, critique Prince's decision to remain in England rather than returning home to Antigua and her husband. Be sure to include supporting information from her narrative.

Essay Topic 2

Pick one other slave author with whom to compare and contrast Asa-Asa's story. Cite three examples in which Asa-Asa's narrative and your choice are similar, and be sure to include supporting information from both narratives.

Essay Topic 3

Mary Prince presents the description of her mother crying for the children who are to be sold as similar to that of a mother crying for a child who has died. Analyze and discuss this description in a well-developed essay, citing supporting information from the text.

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