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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 11-15.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Which adjective pair best described Solomon, his brother, and father?
(a) Fun-loving and fair.
(b) Hardworking and respectable.
(c) Critical and respectable.
(d) Generous and hardworking.

3. What major error did Solomon commit with respect to his perception of Brown and Hamilton?
(a) He considered both men to be quite entertaining.
(b) He considered them to be sincere in their actions toward him.
(c) He considered himself lucky to have met them.
(d) He considered them to be his friends.

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

5. In one phrase, describe how Solomon perceived William Ford to be of value to him.
(a) As a refuge.
(b) As a teacher.
(c) As a provider.
(d) As an example.

Short Answer Questions

1. If William Ford was a wealthy plantation owner, how did he manage to get into financial trouble?

2. How did Solomon feel about his father?

3. What was the basis of the quarrel that took place between Solomon and Burch?

4. From what Solomon could tell, what was the exterior design of Williams' Slave Pen in Washington City supposed to accomplish?

5. How did Merrill Brown and Abram Hamilton treat Solomon while traveling to New York?

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