1. Which of his senses did Solomon rely on the most while trying to figure out what was happening around him after spending his first night at Williams' Slave Pen in Washington City?
(a) His eyesight.
(b) His sense of smell.
(c) His sense of touch.
(d) His sense of hearing.

2. Shortly after buying them, how did William Ford show Solomon and the other slaves that he was compassionate toward them?
(a) He had a doctor examine the slaves regularly to make sure that their health was in good order.
(b) He allowed them to eat hearty meals in his mansion on a regular basis.
(c) He allowed the slaves to stop and rest frequently as they recuperate from small pox.
(d) He provided the slaves with frequent passes so that they could visit their relatives who lived close by.

3. How did Arthur's life change when the Orleans reached the dock in New Orleans?
(a) Arthur was rescued and was able to return to a life of freedom.
(b) Arthur was sold to a kind planter who treated his slaves with dignity and respect.
(c) Arthur discovered that his wife and children were gone.
(d) Arthur was stricken with small pox and was no longer able to work.

4. In one word, how could William Ford's overseer, Chapin be described?
(a) Strict.
(b) Fair.
(c) Lenient.
(d) Unfair.

5. In what order did the events listed take place in Solomon's life?
(a) He started his own business, worked hard, saved money, and got married.
(b) He saved money, started his own business, got married, and worked hard.
(c) He got married, worked hard, saved money, and started his own business.
(d) He worked hard, started his own business, got married, and saved money.