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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In general, how did Solomon describe how Bass was regarded by others?
(a) Somewhat liked and respected.
(b) Disliked and avoided.
(c) Unable to tell because Bass was so unpredictable.
(d) Well-liked and respected.

2. Before Solomon left Mr. Eldret's plantation to travel to Ford's plantation for a visit, what did he learn about him?
(a) That he was a liar.
(b) That he was a man of his word.
(c) That he could be intimidated by Tibeats.
(d) That he did not believe that slavery was morally right.

3. Toward which of the following did Patsey look forward to the most, to one day save her from the cruelty of her masters?
(a) Rest.
(b) God.
(c) Running away.
(d) Getting married.

4. 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?
(a) He did not expect too much work or productivity from the slaves.
(b) He only expected the slaves to work every other day.
(c) He allowed the slaves to rest two days per week.
(d) He paid the slaves for their work.

5. After Bass agreed to help Solomon regain his freedom, how did both men act toward each other around Epps?
(a) Friendly as ever with one another.
(b) They would say hello to one another on occasion.
(c) As if nothing was going on between them.
(d) As if they did not like each other.

6. In general, how did Bass view slavery?
(a) Bass viewed slavery as morally right in all circumstances.
(b) Bass viewed slavery as morally wrong in certain circumstances.
(c) Bass viewed slavery as morally right in certain circumstances.
(d) Bass viewed slavery as morally wrong in all circumstances.

7. Why did Solomon have a different attitude about working for Judge Turner?
(a) Because Judge Turner and William Ford were friends; and Solomon wanted to make a good impression.
(b) Because he and Judge Turner were friends.
(c) Because Judge Turner provideed very good meals for his workers.
(d) Because Judge Turner paid him and he felt rewarded for his work.

8. Who seemed to suffer the most among Epps' slaves?
(a) Wiley.
(b) Patsey.
(c) Phebe.
(d) Bob.

9. Who was in the carriage that flew by Solomon and the other slaves, headed toward the main house of the Epps Plantation?
(a) John Tibeats and Lawyer Henry B. Northrup.
(b) Mary McCoy and the Sheriff.
(c) Lawyer Henry B. Northrup and the Sheriff.
(d) William Ford and Lawyer Henry B. Northrup.

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

11. Which male pair below provided Solomon with sweet type work?
(a) Edwin Epps and William Ford.
(b) William Ford and Mr. Eldret.
(c) Mistress Ford and Mr. Hawkins.
(d) Mr. Hawkins and Judge Turner.

12. What was the main contributing factor that led toward the development of a friendship between Mrs. Ford and Solomon?
(a) William Ford suggesting to his wife that she be more pleasant toward Solomon.
(b) Mrs. Ford being lonely and Solomon being generous with the time that he spent talking to her.
(c) An act of kindness toward Mrs. Ford by Solomon.
(d) An act of kindness toward Solomon by Mrs. Ford.

13. Who was the slaves' best-loved plantation owner in Bayou Bœuf?
(a) Edwin Epps.
(b) Mary McCoy.
(c) William Ford.
(d) John Tibeats.

14. How did the slaves in Bayou Bœuf view Lew Cheney?
(a) As a slave driver.
(b) As a powerful and influential friend.
(c) As a traitor/then a leader.
(d) As a leader/then a traitor.

15. Overall, what was Epps most concerned about when Solomon fell ill?
(a) Time.
(b) Money.
(c) Solomon's health.
(d) His own reputation.

Short Answer Questions

1. What had Epps threatened the slaves with before the carriage came into the Epps Plantation, headed for the main house?

2. Who was an unlikely slave driver who actually was one?

3. How was Solomon's hiring by Avery fateful in nature?

4. What was one thing that slaves who get married at Christmastime had to have in order to take their vows?

5. The approach toward Solomon by two individuals on the Epps Plantation signaled which of the following?

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