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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part I (pages 1 - 49).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Titch tell Washington he can never abide in his pantry?
(a) Butter.
(b) Flour.
(c) Sugar.
(d) Salt.

2. Who is the house porter at Faith Plantation?
(a) Emilie.
(b) William.
(c) Denver.
(d) Gaius.

3. What does Erasmus do to Big Kit in Chapter 4?
(a) Throws her on the ground and steps over her.
(b) Hits her in the face with his plate, breaking her nose.
(c) Cuts her throat.
(d) Breaks her arm.

4. 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) Wash their clothes quickly.
(c) Feed the dogs first.
(d) Pray.

5. What does Washington know about his father?
(a) His father was a wealthy English nobleman.
(b) He does not know anything about his father.
(c) His father was also a black slave.
(d) His father was a white slave master.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the new master at Faith Plantation who arrives in Chapter 1?

2. In the beginning of Chapter 3, what age and condition is Washington Black in?

3. How does Titch react when he witnesses the overseers' brutality towards the slaves?

4. What does Washington give to Titch to help keep cool in Chapter 7?

5. What is Washington's full name?

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