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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What causes Martha to curb her disapproval of Harriet?
(a) Harriet tells her about Bankhead's attack.
(b) Harriet breaks down in tears.
(c) Harriet becomes ill.
(d) Martha realizes Harriet is her sister.

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

3. What will the overseer force Harriet to do if she stays at Monticello?
(a) Have sex with him.
(b) Marry another slave.
(c) Work in the fields.
(d) Produce children.

4. Why does Martha complain about her father?
(a) She doesn't like the way Jefferson treats the Hemings.
(b) He is cruel to her.
(c) She wishes he would treat the slaves better.
(d) He won't let her marry.

5. What is the name of the slave who has been telling everyone that he is going to marry Harriet?
(a) Thruston.
(b) Madison.
(c) Davie.
(d) Sam.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. After they argue about the dangers to Harriet in The Middle of May 1820, what does Harriet tell Thruston to do?

4. In The Middle of May 1820, what does Harriet tell Thruston she'll have whether she leaves the plantation or not?

5. Why is Jefferson a little offended when he learns of Harriet's engagement?

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