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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, November 1803 – February 1805.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As punishment for teaching Handful to read, Sarah is forbidden from entering what room in the Grimke household in Part 1, November 1803 – February 1805?
(a) The cellar.
(b) The slave quarters.
(c) The dining room.
(d) The library.

2. What led to the death of Handful's father?
(a) Throat cancer.
(b) He was hung.
(c) A leg wound.
(d) An epileptic seizure.

3. What word from the novel refers to the act of a slave owner freeing his or her slaves?
(a) Intervention.
(b) Manumission.
(c) Exemption.
(d) Dedication.

4. Who admonishes Sarah Grimke for teaching the slave children the ABC song during Sunday school in Part 1, November 1803 – February 1805?
(a) Reverend Mott.
(b) Reverend Hall.
(c) Reverend Williams.
(d) Reverend McDowell.

5. Who is the family physician that diagnoses Sarah with depression in Part 1, November 1803 – February 1805?
(a) Dr. Wilson.
(b) Dr. Anderson.
(c) Dr. Smith.
(d) Dr. Geddings.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old is Handful when her character is first introduced in Part 1, November 1803 – February 1805?

2. What is the principle profession of Sarah Grimke's father?

3. Mrs. Grimke, Sarah, Mary, and Anna go off to a promenade at what location in Part 1, November 1803 – February 1805?

4. What color thread does Handful steal from Sarah in Part 1, November 1803 – February 1805?

5. What color dress is Handful clothed in when she is presented to Sarah as her waiting maid?

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