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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through That Same Day, May 17, 1822.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Jefferson give Harriet a journal?
(a) He doesn't give her a journal.
(b) Because it's her birthday.
(c) So he can include information about her in his autobiography.
(d) So she can improve her writing.

2. Why doesn't Mammy Ursula work in the fields?
(a) She is the plantation's cook.
(b) She doesn't know how.
(c) She is too old.
(d) Jefferson asked her not to.

3. When Harriet goes to visit Mammy Ursula in May 17, 1822, what is Mammy doing?
(a) Sleeping.
(b) Reading a book.
(c) Making a basket.
(d) Crying.

4. Who places a shawl around Jefferson's shoulders when Harriet brings him a tea tray?
(a) Burwell.
(b) Jefferson.
(c) Harriet.
(d) Sally.

5. What did Harriet want to ask God when she was a small child?
(a) Why he made animals in so many shapes, sizes, and colors.
(b) If there were there any black angels.
(c) Why her siblings had died.
(d) Why she wasn't free.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Jefferson say Harriet will get her freedom if he dies before she turns 21?

2. What is Harriet afraid Beverly may never do?

3. Why does Thruston believe a white man may have impure intentions toward Harriet?

4. In April 1820, what does Jefferson ask Harriet to give careful consideration to?

5. What does Harriet say is a gift not to be thrown away?

(see the answer key)

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