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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II (pages 50 - 105).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is the only slave that speaks to Washington during the labor they do for Titch in Chapter 8?
(a) Sally Hemmings.
(b) James Madison.
(c) Big Kit.
(d) Little Paul.

2. Where is Big Kit from?
(a) Cape Town.
(b) Dahomey.
(c) England.
(d) Virginia.

3. What is Washington overjoyed that he and Big Kit are allowed to do once the dinner is over?
(a) Go to sleep.
(b) Draw.
(c) Get paid.
(d) Lick the plates of the diners.

4. In the beginning of Chapter 3, what age and condition is Washington Black in?
(a) He is 18 and a Freeman.
(b) He is 40 and dying.
(c) He is 25 and a fugitive.
(d) He is 30 and a slave.

5. What does Big Kit make sure to do when she and Washington arrive at the big house in Chapter 4?
(a) Wipe their feet so they do not get the floor dirty.
(b) Pray.
(c) Feed the dogs first.
(d) Wash their clothes quickly.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Washington do after Philip has fallen asleep some nights?

2. What does Titch tell Washington about drawing in Chapter 6?

3. What does Washington discover about Emilie in Chapter 8?

4. What does Titch tell Washington he can never abide in his pantry?

5. How old was Washington when his first master died?

(see the answer key)

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