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

2. Who killed himself shortly after gaining his freedom?
(a) Beverly.
(b) Harriet's sister.
(c) Tom.
(d) Harriet's uncle James.

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

4. How does Randolph plan to protect Harriet while she stays at Monticello?
(a) By arranging for her engagement.
(b) By telling Jefferson she is in danger.
(c) By staying at Monticello himself.
(d) By assigning her a bodyguard.

5. What is Thruston's job at Monticello?
(a) Cook.
(b) Gardener.
(c) Field hand.
(d) Butler.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Martha complain about her father?

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

3. Who or what does Harriet feel she will be turning her back on by following Randolph's plan for her freedom?

4. Though he wants to marry Harriet, what would Thruston rather see her do?

5. In April of 1820, how old is Harriet?

(see the answer key)

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