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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Early July 1820.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What must Harriet do within one year of being freed?
(a) Pay her master back.
(b) Have a child.
(c) Leave Virginia.
(d) Get married.

2. In July 1820, what does Harriet say she doesn't want to be sold like when Jefferson dies?
(a) A piece of furniture.
(b) Cattle.
(c) A house.
(d) A slave.

3. What event could create a difficult future for Harriet, according to Randolph in April 1820?
(a) Her marriage.
(b) Accepting freedom.
(c) Jefferson's death.
(d) Sally's death.

4. What office does Randolph hold?
(a) None.
(b) President of the United States.
(c) Governor of Virginia.
(d) Senator.

5. What does Harriet realize in June 1820 that she cannot be on her own?
(a) A mother.
(b) Educated.
(c) A school teacher.
(d) Safe.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Harriet, what isn't safe for a free black woman?

2. Who does Martha wish would drink himself to death?

3. What does Harriet compare the secret room to?

4. What do Harriet, Eston, and Madison do together while she tells them about accepting her freedom?

5. What is Thruston's job at Monticello?

(see the answer key)

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