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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through May 1820, Two Days Later.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Though he wants to marry Harriet, what would Thruston rather see her do?
(a) Run away.
(b) Remain single.
(c) Take her freedom.
(d) Marry Davie.

2. What does Jefferson promise to show Harriet one day in the April 1820 section?
(a) His seed closet.
(b) His journal.
(c) The Farm Books.
(d) His family Bible.

3. What reason is Harriet given for the possibility of being sold after Jefferson's death if she doesn't accept her freedom?
(a) She is worth a lot of money because she is light skinned.
(b) She has no skills.
(c) Martha doesn't like her.
(d) Jefferson is in debt.

4. Where is the door that leads to Sally's secret room?
(a) At the back of Sally's cottage.
(b) At the foot of Jefferson's bed.
(c) In the kitchen.
(d) In the parlor.

5. What does Bankhead try to force Harriet to do?
(a) Ask Jefferson to sell her to Bankhead.
(b) Kiss him.
(c) Run away.
(d) Marry him.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Harriet compare the secret room to?

2. How much time passes before Harriet has a chance to write in her journal for the first time?

3. Why does Jefferson give Harriet a journal?

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

5. Who brings up the idea that Harriet should pass as white?

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