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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Robbins want to see happen to help support the sheriff's actions?
(a) A militia formed.
(b) An increase in the number of deputies.
(c) A slave patrol organized.
(d) A military regime brought in.

2. On what occasion does Rita attempt to escape?
(a) On the day Henry dies.
(b) On Christmas Day.
(c) The day Henry's father buys his freedom.
(d) During the celebration for the Fourth of July.

3. Who becomes Henry's mentor despite Augustus' disapproval?
(a) Oden Peoples.
(b) William Robbins.
(c) John Skiffington.
(d) Barnum Kinsey.

4. What does the Act of 1806 require?
(a) That all freed slaves pay extra taxes on their income.
(b) That all freed slaves carry freedom papers.
(c) That all freed slaves leave Virginia within twelve months.
(d) That all freed slaves register with local law enforcement.

5. What is the first job Henry has after winning his freedom from slavery?
(a) Making boots.
(b) Working in cotton fields.
(c) Making furniture with his father.
(d) Caring for the horses on a local farm.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Moses?

2. Why does Skiffington believe slavery is just and should be preserved?

3. Why does Fern believe Caldonia's mother never would have allowed Henry to court her daughter?

4. What place does Calvin dream of going to, in hopes that his passions will be reciprocated?

5. What does Henry do with the gift his parents bring him every Sunday during their visits?

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