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

2. In April 1820, what does Harriet say happened to her brother, Tom?
(a) Nothing, he is still living on the plantation.
(b) He died.
(c) He became a school teacher.
(d) He ran away.

3. In December 1819, what are Harriet's brothers doing that makes them unable to help Harriet take the tea tray up to Jefferson?
(a) Sweeping snow.
(b) Working in the field.
(c) Polishing the silver.
(d) Eating breakfast.

4. In April 1820, what does Sally want Harriet to do for Randolph?
(a) Serve him breakfast.
(b) Marry him.
(c) Show him around Monticello.
(d) Shine his shoes.

5. When Harriet tells Jefferson about the snow in December 1819, what does Jefferson say he will do?
(a) Put it in his Farm Book.
(b) Go for a walk with her.
(c) Buy her a new coat.
(d) Ask Burwell to shovel.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who tells Harriet that she should take her freedom, if not for herself, then for all the slaves who will never get the chance?

3. In The Middle of May 1820, what does Harriet tell Thruston she'll have whether she leaves the plantation or not?

4. Who orders Burwell to keep the brandy from Bankhead?

5. What will the overseer force Harriet to do if she stays at Monticello?

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