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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Equiano explain the difference in skin color between Europeans and Africans?
(a) Equiano says that Europeans are lighter skinned because they have weak blood.
(b) Equiano says he has no idea why Africans and Europeans have different skin color.
(c) Equiano says the difference in skin color is caused by the difference in the environments of Europeans and Africans.
(d) Equiano says that Africans are darker because of the food they eat.

2. Why does Equiano want to learn navigation?
(a) He's interested in astronomy.
(b) In case he ever has an opportunity to escape by sailing away.
(c) Knowing navigation will make him more valuable as a slave, so King will sell him to a richer master.
(d) In case the first mate dies, to avoid the ship being lost.

3. At the end of his long overland journey in Africa, where does Equiano arrive?
(a) Johannesburg, South Africa.
(b) The eastern sea coast.
(c) Cairo, Egypt.
(d) The western sea coast.

4. What kind of reputation does Equiano's second owner in the West Indies have?
(a) He is known as absent-minded and confused.
(b) He is known as an alcoholic.
(c) He is known as th most cruel master on the islands.
(d) He is known as a kind, good master.

5. What do the Eboe mostly drink?
(a) Palm wine.
(b) Coffee.
(c) Water.
(d) Beer.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Equiano get baptized?

2. Which of the following does Equiano say helps prove that Africans are related to Europeans?

3. How old is Equiano when he is kidnapped?

4. What kind of work do most Eboe people do?

5. What do the crew do to Equiano when he refuses to eat?

(see the answer key)

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