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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Augustus buy from his former owner, William Robbins?
(a) His mother, Rita.
(b) His cousin, Mike.
(c) His son, Jack.
(d) His wife, Mildred.

2. What is John Skiffington's job at the time he decides to marry?
(a) Sheriff.
(b) Deputy sheriff.
(c) Mayor.
(d) Slave patroller.

3. From whom does Henry buy his first piece of land and his first slave?
(a) William Robbins.
(b) Gilly Patterson.
(c) John Skiffington.
(d) Augustus Townsend.

4. What ailment does Robbins suffer from?
(a) High blood pressure.
(b) Diabetes.
(c) Seizures.
(d) Cancer.

5. Why does John Skiffington decide to marry?
(a) To please his father.
(b) To have children.
(c) To obey the Bible.
(d) To have a companion.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Clara Martin?

2. What does the Act of 1806 require?

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

4. Why does Robbins chase down Philamena himself when she runs away to Richmond a second time?

5. With whom does Skiffington side when the feud over Travis' cow gets out of hand?

(see the answer key)

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