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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. What can you see through the portholes in Jefferson's room?
(a) Mammy Ursula's cabin.
(b) Nothing.
(c) Sally's secret room.
(d) The fields.

2. In April 1820, how does Harriet act when Randolph asks her to sit and talk to him?
(a) She refuses.
(b) She is grateful for the chance to get off her feet.
(c) She doesn't know what to say.
(d) She is frightened.

3. Who tells Harriet that she should take her freedom, if not for herself, then for all the slaves who will never get the chance?
(a) Randolph.
(b) Bankhead.
(c) Jefferson.
(d) Mammy Ursula.

4. Where was Sally when she was offered freedom?
(a) Philadelphia.
(b) France.
(c) Germany.
(d) Monticello.

5. What does Randolph tell Harriet will be around for a long time?
(a) Slavery.
(b) The United States.
(c) Her chance at freedom.
(d) Jefferson.

Short Answer Questions

1. Whom does Randolph say Harriet is just as white and educated as?

2. Harriet is the _______ living child of Sally.

3. According to Mammy Ursula, why didn't Sally take her freedom when it was offered?

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

5. What is Harriet's response when Randolph asks her what she considers herself to be?

(see the answer key)

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