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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through October 1821.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After they argue about the dangers to Harriet in The Middle of May 1820, what does Harriet tell Thruston to do?
(a) Tell Jefferson she won't take her freedom.
(b) Leave.
(c) Never speak to her again.
(d) Marry her.

2. Whose advice does Martha tell Harriet to follow?
(a) Jefferson's.
(b) Sally's.
(c) Thruston's.
(d) Martha's.

3. Though he wants to marry Harriet, what would Thruston rather see her do?
(a) Remain single.
(b) Run away.
(c) Marry Davie.
(d) Take her freedom.

4. In The Middle of May 1820, why do Charles Bankhead, William Thornton, Benjamin Latrobe, and Thomas Mann Randolph come to Monticello?
(a) For dinner.
(b) To play poker.
(c) To trade slaves.
(d) To plan Jefferson's campaign.

5. How long are Harriet's lessons going to last?
(a) Ten years.
(b) One week.
(c) Three months.
(d) A few years.

Short Answer Questions

1. In October 1821, how does Harriet spend her free time?

2. What does Martha tell Harriet she acts like even if she isn't one?

3. What is the name of the slave who has been telling everyone that he is going to marry Harriet?

4. In October 1821, what concern does Harriet express about passing for white?

5. What will the overseer force Harriet to do if she stays at Monticello?

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