1. In general, how did Solomon view slave owner William Ford's position with regard to his views on religion and slavery?
(a) Understandable.
(b) Puzzling.
(c) Predictable.
(d) Firm.

2. What inspired Solomon to want to help William Ford in the transporting of lumber?
(a) His desire to show that he was capable of handling the job better than Adam Taydem.
(b) The kind manner that William Ford treated him and the other slaves.
(c) His desire to impress William Ford.
(d) His desire to show his high level of intelligence.

3. Which of the following was one thing that Tibeats had a reputation of using when trying to out-maneuver his enemies?
(a) A pistol.
(b) A hatchet.
(c) The element of surprise.
(d) A pack of dogs.

4. How did the raft that Solomon built for William Ford's lumber transporting business benefit Ford?
(a) Ford and his unique raft were talked about in a positive way throughout Bayou Bœuf, and his business grew immensely.
(b) The raft became a prop that Ford used to promote his business while speaking before prospective customers.
(c) The raft provided Ford with a cost-effective, high-profit yielding and efficient means to transport lumber.
(d) Ford became the only lumber supplier in Bayou Bœuf to own a swift-flowing, lumber-carrying raft.

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 worked hard, started his own business, got married, and saved money.
(d) He got married, worked hard, saved money, and started his own business.