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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 21-22.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Ultimately, who did Solomon view as the orchestrator of his release from bondage?
(a) Supreme Court Judge Nelson.
(b) God.
(c) Lawyer Henry B. Northrup.
(d) Sameul Bass.

2. Who did Epps pay a visit to shortly after the Sheriff and Lawyer Henry B. Northrup took Solomon away from the Epps Plantation?
(a) William Ford.
(b) .James Burch.
(c) Theophilus Freeman.
(d) John Tibeats.

3. Which of the following critter types was most costly to the planters?
(a) The red ant.
(b) The worm.
(c) The termite.
(d) The caterpillar.

4. What was the nature of the meetings that Bass held with Solomon with regard to restoring his freedom?
(a) Open.
(b) Illegal.
(c) Typical.
(d) Secretive.

5. How did Burch react when Solomon first met him and told him that he was feeling sick?
(a) He was sympathetic and offered Solomon his help.
(b) He suggested that Solomon stay in bed until he felt better.
(c) He sent for a doctor immediately.
(d) He did not react. He continued to go about his business.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why was Solomon in high demand at various plantations in Bayou Bœuf during the Christmas season?

2. Why did Chapin send for Ford when he was the overseer of Ford's Plantation?

3. Following up on the characterization of Judge Turner, how did he differ from other planters in the area with regard to their treatment of slaves?

4. What did Solomon find to be unusual during his stay at the hospital for the treatment of small pox?

5. How were Solomon and the other slaves treated around Goodin's Pen in Richmond, Virginia?

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