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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Middle of May 1820.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How has Randolph always behaved toward Harriet?
(a) He belittles her.
(b) He flirts with her.
(c) He is polite and kind to her.
(d) He completely ignores her.

2. Where is Sally when Harriet goes to look for the secret room?
(a) Visiting Mammy Ursula.
(b) Mulberry Row.
(c) In the kitchen.
(d) Jefferson's room.

3. What is Harriet's response when Randolph asks her what she considers herself to be?
(a) Jefferson's daughter.
(b) A free woman.
(c) A slave.
(d) Harriet Hemings.

4. Who does Jefferson ask Harriet if she's having a romance with in April 1820?
(a) Bankhead.
(b) Davie.
(c) Randolph.
(d) Thruston.

5. After they argue about the dangers to Harriet in The Middle of May 1820, what does Harriet tell Thruston to do?
(a) Never speak to her again.
(b) Leave.
(c) Marry her.
(d) Tell Jefferson she won't take her freedom.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What function does Sally Hemings perform on the plantation?

3. In April 1820, after speaking with Mammy Ursula, how long is it before Harriet gets a chance to look for Sally's secret room?

4. What reason is Harriet given for the possibility of being sold after Jefferson's death if she doesn't accept her freedom?

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

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