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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What type of law was used to free Solomon from slavery?
(a) A Massachusetts state law.
(b) A federal law.
(c) A local or municipal law.
(d) A New York state law.

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

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

4. How could the purchase of Solomon, Eliza, and Harry from Freeman be viewed?
(a) As an unlucky one for Solomon and Eliza only.
(b) As an unlucky one for all of them.
(c) As a lucky one for all of them.
(d) As a lucky one for Harry and Solomon only.

5. Who was likely to be behind the idea of Jacob Brooks taking Eliza to get her freedom papers?
(a) Mrs. Berry and her daughter.
(b) Elisha Berry.
(c) Jacob Brooks.
(d) Eliza.

Short Answer Questions

1. What inspired Solomon to design and build a fish trap?

2. What did Solomon believe to be a contributing factor toward William Ford owning slaves despite the fact that he was a Christian?

3. Why was Bass hesitant to write additional letters to try to get help for Solomon?

4. When did Bass' letter arrive in Saratoga Springs?

5. What major error did Solomon commit with respect to his perception of Brown and Hamilton?

(see the answer key)

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