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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Thruston believe a white man may have impure intentions toward Harriet?
(a) She would be valuable if sold.
(b) She could work hard in the fields.
(c) She is very beautiful.
(d) She would have lovely children.

2. In April of 1820, how old is Harriet?
(a) 16.
(b) 21.
(c) 19.
(d) 12.

3. What does Martha tell Harriet she acts like even if she isn't one?
(a) A white woman.
(b) A slave.
(c) A black woman.
(d) A child.

4. In July 1820, who does Harriet remind that it is hard to be a freed slave?
(a) Randolph.
(b) Sally.
(c) Beverly.
(d) Mammy Ursula.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who seems like a nice man, but beats his wife?

2. While she sits in the kitchen, who tells Harriet that she will most likely be sold when Jefferson dies if she remains at Monticello?

3. Where is the door that leads to Sally's secret room?

4. Which of Harriet's relatives were white?

5. Where is Sally when Harriet goes to look for the secret room?

(see the answer key)

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