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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 4, September 1821 – July 1822.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where are the slaves required to sit when they attend church services with their masters?
(a) In the balcony.
(b) In the front pews.
(c) Outside the church.
(d) Behind the altar.

2. Where does the doctor prescribe for Mr. Grimke to stay for the summer in order to take in the sea air in Part Three, October 1818 – November 1820?
(a) Newark, New Jersey.
(b) New Brunswick, New Jersey.
(c) Camden, New Jersey.
(d) Long Branch, New Jersey.

3. How many letters of apology is Sarah forced to write to the guests of her birthday party in Part 1, November 1803 – February 1805?
(a) 12.
(b) 10.
(c) 18.
(d) 5.

4. At what age does the narrator say Sarah Grimke was thrust into society with the sole purpose of finding a husband?
(a) 14.
(b) 20.
(c) 16.
(d) 21.

5. Who does Handful sleep with before she commits the theft for the slave revolt in Part Four, September 1821 – July 1822?
(a) Thomas Grimke.
(b) Shanney.
(c) Goodis.
(d) Daniel Huger.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old is Sarah Grimke when she is allowed to venture out of the nursery and is given a waiting maid in Part 1, November 1803 – February 1805?

2. When did the Act Prohibiting Importation of Slaves take effect?

3. Who becomes upset that Sarah is wearing the jewelry item that was given to her by Becky in Part Four, September 1821 – July 1822?

4. What word from the novel refers to a club carried by a police officer?

5. How late is Burke Williams when he first appears at the Grimke home to call on Sarah?

(see the answer key)

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