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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Jefferson give Harriet in October 1821?
(a) A pocket watch.
(b) A letter from her fiance.
(c) A new journal.
(d) A locket.

2. According to Harriet, how much food does a sheep require?
(a) One fifth the amount a cow does.
(b) One bale of hay.
(c) Only as much as it will eat.
(d) Two buckets of grain.

3. What reason is Harriet given for the possibility of being sold after Jefferson's death if she doesn't accept her freedom?
(a) She is worth a lot of money because she is light skinned.
(b) Martha doesn't like her.
(c) She has no skills.
(d) Jefferson is in debt.

4. 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) Marry her.
(c) Never speak to her again.
(d) Leave.

5. While she sits in the kitchen, who tells Harriet that she will most likely be sold when Jefferson dies if she remains at Monticello?
(a) Sally.
(b) Bankhead.
(c) Jefferson.
(d) Thruston.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How does Martha feel about the assignment her father gives her?

3. Why does Martha agree to accept her father's assignment?

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

5. How long are Harriet's lessons going to last?

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